Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
breviscapa
ID:
23525

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Soják

Source:
gcc

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 6(2): 218 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022854



Common Names

  • Pilosella breviscapa
  • Short-scaped Mouse-ear
  • Mouse-ear


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Synonyms

  • Hieracium candollei Monnier [unknown]
  • Hieracium breviscapum DC. [unknown]
  • Hieracium glaciale pumilum (F.W.Schultz & Sch.Bip.) Nyman [unknown]
  • Hieracium pumilum Lapeyr. [unknown]
  • Pilosella pumila F.W.Schultz & Sch.Bip. [unknown]

Description

Pilosella breviscapa (also called mouse-ear hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the family Asteraceae. It has a rosette of basal leaves and yellow flower heads on short stems. It is native to Europe and is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and other open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella breviscapa is an annual herb that is commonly used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and small yellow flowers. It can also be used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves and flowers being used to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilosella breviscapa has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella breviscapa is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It is easily propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It can be grown from seed, but it is slow to germinate and may take several weeks to establish. It is also susceptible to fungal diseases, so it is important to keep the soil moist and well-drained. It can be propagated by cuttings in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Pilosella breviscapa

Pilosella breviscapa is found in the Mediterranean region, from the Balearic Islands to the Aegean Sea.

Pilosella breviscapa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella breviscapa?

Pilosella breviscapa

What is the common name of Pilosella breviscapa?

Short-stalked Mouse-ear Hawkweed

What is the growth habit of Pilosella breviscapa?

It is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial

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-122090: Based on the initial data import
Jiří Soják (1936-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soják' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.