Status:
valid
Authors:
(Nägeli & Peter) H.P.Fuchs
Source:
gcc
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 90(9-10): 662 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035008
Common Names
- Mouse-ear Hawkweed
- Common Mouse-ear
- Pilosella
Description
Pilosella brachycoma (also called Short-haired Mouse-ear, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a single flower head. It is native to Europe and is found in dry, grassy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pilosella brachycoma is a low-maintenance plant that is often used in landscaping. It is also used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pilosella brachycoma is yellow and star-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pilosella brachycoma is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing plant with small, white flowers and can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought tolerant once established.
Where to Find Pilosella brachycoma
Pilosella brachycoma is native to Europe and can be found in the countries of Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
Pilosella brachycoma FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pilosella brachycoma?
Pilosella brachycoma
What is the common name of Pilosella brachycoma?
Short-haired Hawkweed
Where is Pilosella brachycoma found?
Pilosella brachycoma is found in 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,