Status:
valid
Authors:
(Nägeli & Peter) Soják
Source:
gcc
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Preslia 43(2): 186 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011108
Common Names
- Pilosella arnoseroides
- Arnoseroides Mouse-ear Hawkweed
- Arnoseroides Hawkweed
Description
Pilosella arnoseroides (also called Arnoseris Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 100 cm tall. It is native to Europe and North Africa, and is commonly found in grasslands, meadows and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pilosella arnoseroides is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pilosella arnoseroides is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pilosella arnoseroides is an evergreen perennial that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or division. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-draining potting mix. Division can be done in spring or fall, and the divided plants should be replanted in a well-draining potting mix.
Where to Find Pilosella arnoseroides
Pilosella arnoseroides is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes. It is also found in parts of North Africa, the Middle East, and the Caucasus.
Pilosella arnoseroides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pilosella arnoseroides?
Pilosella arnoseroides
What is the common name of Pilosella arnoseroides?
Arnoseris Hawkweed
Where is Pilosella arnoseroides native to?
Central and Southern Europe
What type of soil does Pilosella arnoseroides prefer?
Well-drained, sandy soil
How tall does Pilosella arnoseroides grow?
Up to 12 inches
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,