Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calomastix
ID:
10696

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nägeli & Peter) Soják

Source:
gcc

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Preslia 43(2): 186 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010025



Common Names

  • Calomastix
  • Pilosella calomastix
  • Hare's-foot clover


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Synonyms

  • Hieracium calomastix Peter [unknown]
  • Hieracium calomastix Peter [unknown]
  • Pilosella calomastix calomastix [unknown]
  • Hieracium calomastix rubristylum Rehmann [unknown]
  • Hieracium alexandri-borzae Prodan [unknown]
  • Pilosella calomastix acrosticta (Nägeli & Peter) Soják [unknown]

Description

Pilosella calomastix (also called Mouse-ear Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 0.5 meters tall. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella calomastix is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pilosella calomastix is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella calomastix is a perennial plant native to Europe, North Africa, and temperate Asia. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and heat, but not of frost. It can be propagated by division or seed.

Where to Find Pilosella calomastix

Pilosella calomastix is native to Europe and can be found in moist meadows, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Pilosella calomastix FAQ

What is the average height of Pilosella calomastix?

Pilosella calomastix typically grows to a height of 0.5-1 m.

What is the best soil type for Pilosella calomastix?

Pilosella calomastix prefers moist, well-drained soils.

What is the best climate for Pilosella calomastix?

Pilosella calomastix prefers a cool, humid climate.

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-109708: Based on the initial data import
Jiří Soják (1936-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soják' in the authors string.
Albert Peter (1853-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Peter' in the authors string.
Carl Nägeli (1817-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nägeli' in the authors string.