Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
billyana
ID:
37897

Status:
valid

Authors:
(de Retz) Mateo

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Cat. Flor. Prov. Teruel 140 (1990): (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037226



Common Names

  • Billyana Pilosella
  • Pilosella Billyana
  • Billyana


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Synonyms

  • Hieracium billyanum de Retz [unknown]
  • Hieracium billyanum billyanum [unknown]
  • Hieracium billyanum parvulum de Retz [unknown]

Description

Pilosella billyana (also called Billy's mouse-ear hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 0.3 m in height. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella billyana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pilosella billyana is small and yellow with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedling is a rosette of long, narrow, toothed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella billyana is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing plant with small, yellow flowers. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Pilosella billyana

Pilosella billyana is native to Europe and can be found in temperate regions of the continent.

Pilosella billyana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella billyana?

Pilosella billyana

What is the family of Pilosella billyana?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Pilosella billyana?

Grasslands 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-1360: Based on the initial data import
Gonzalo Mateo (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mateo' in the authors string.
Bernard G.G. de Retz (b.1910): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Retz' in the authors string.