Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aranii
ID:
118951

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mateo

Source:
gcc

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Flora Montiber. 7: 69 (1997) (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000118280



Common Names

  • Arani's Pilosella
  • Arani's Mouse-ear
  • Arani's Hawkweed


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Description

Pilosella aranii (also called Aran's Mouse-ear Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers and finely divided leaves. It is native to the mountains of central Europe, and is commonly found in dry, rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella aranii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a cover crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pilosella aranii is a yellow-orange daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves with toothed edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella aranii is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is easily propagated from seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. The plant prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°F (-23°C).

Where to Find Pilosella aranii

Pilosella aranii can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, particularly in France and Italy.

Pilosella aranii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella aranii?

Pilosella aranii

What is the common name of Pilosella aranii?

Mountain hawkweed

What is the habitat of Pilosella aranii?

It is found in dry, rocky, open woods, meadows, and roadsides

Species in the Pilosella genus

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-79614: Based on the initial data import
Gonzalo Mateo (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mateo' in the authors string.