Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
balansae
ID:
120691

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss.) S.Bräut. & Greuter

Source:
gcc

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 37(1): 132 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120020



Common Names

  • Mouse-ear Hawkweed
  • Common Mouse-ear
  • Balansa's Hawkweed


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Synonyms

  • Hieracium scabricaule Bisch. [unknown]
  • Hieracium leontocephalum Halácsy [unknown]
  • Hieracium radula Fr. [unknown]
  • Hieracium balansae Boiss. [unknown]
  • Hieracium setigerum balansae (Boiss.) Nägeli & Peter [unknown]
  • Pilosella nydeggerorum (Gottschl.) Coșkunç. [unknown]
  • Pilosella radula F.W.Schultz & Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Hieracium nydeggerorum Gottschl. [unknown]
  • Hieracium euxinum B.Fedtsch. & Nevski [unknown]

Description

Pilosella balansae (also called 'Balansa's mouse-ear hawkweed', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and North Africa. It has yellow flowers and hairy leaves. It grows in sunny, dry areas such as grasslands and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella balansae is a species of flowering plant native to Europe. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves can be used as a salad green. It is also used as an herbal remedy for skin problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pilosella balansae is yellow, with a single head of small flowers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella balansae can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers, but needs to be watered regularly. It should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Pilosella balansae

Pilosella balansae can be found in Europe and North Africa.

Pilosella balansae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella balansae?

Pilosella balansae

What is the common name of Pilosella balansae?

Balansa's Mouse-ear Hawkweed

What is the natural habitat of Pilosella balansae?

Grassy areas, 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-8130: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Siegfried Bräutigam (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Bräut.' in the authors string.