Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bonaquae
ID:
2840

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Buttler & W.Lippert) S.Bräut. & Greuter

Source:
gcc

Year:
2007

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000002169



Common Names

  • Pilosella bonaquae
  • Mouse-ear Hawkweed
  • Common Mouse-ear


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Synonyms

  • Hieracium bonaquae Buttler & W.Lippert [unknown]

Description

Pilosella bonaquae (also called Smooth Cat's-ear, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has a rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella bonaquae is a plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has been used as a medicinal plant for centuries, but it also has many non-medical uses. It can be used as a natural dye for fabrics, as a food flavoring, and as a natural insect repellent. It is also used in cosmetics and perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilosella bonaquae has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella bonaquae is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Pilosella bonaquae

Pilosella bonaquae can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

Pilosella bonaquae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella bonaquae?

Pilosella bonaquae

What is the common name of Pilosella bonaquae?

Mountain Hawkweed

What is the natural habitat of Pilosella bonaquae?

Mountainous regions of Europe

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-102086: Based on the initial data import
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.
Karl Peter Buttler (1942-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buttler' in the authors string.
Wolfgang Lippert (1937-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Lippert' in the authors string.