Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arguta
ID:
22441

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.W.Schultz & Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Flora 45: 438 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000021770



Common Names

  • Sharp-Winged Hawkweed
  • Pilosella arguta
  • Arguta


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Synonyms

  • Hieracium parishii A.Gray [unknown]
  • Hieracium argutum Nutt. [unknown]
  • Hieracium argutum argutum [unknown]
  • Hieracium argutum parishii (A.Gray) Jeps. [unknown]

Description

Pilosella arguta (also called Sharp-Leaved Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It grows up to 1 meter tall and has a single stem with alternate, lanceolate leaves. It is found in open meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella arguta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in dry areas. It is also used to treat skin problems, such as eczema, psoriasis, and acne.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pilosella arguta is a yellow-greenish color and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella arguta is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate a wide range of soils, including clay. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Pilosella arguta

Pilosella arguta is native to the mountains of Central and Southern Europe. It can be found in alpine meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes.

Pilosella arguta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella arguta?

Pilosella arguta

What is the common name of Pilosella arguta?

Mousetail Hawkweed

What is the natural habitat of Pilosella arguta?

It is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

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

Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Wilhelm Schultz (1804-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.W.Schultz' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:237987-1: Based on the initial data import