Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chaetocephala
ID:
40185

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Hofmann) Holub

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 12(3): 305 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039514



Common Names

  • Pilosella Chaetocephala
  • Chaetocephala Mouse-ear Hawkweed
  • Chaetocephala Pilosella


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Description

Pilosella chaetocephala (also called Hairy Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It has alternate, oblong leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Europe, and is found in meadows and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella chaetocephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pilosella chaetocephala is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow center. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella chaetocephala is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. Seeds can be sown in spring or autumn and should be lightly covered with soil.

Where to Find Pilosella chaetocephala

Pilosella chaetocephala is native to Europe and Asia. It can be found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Pilosella chaetocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella chaetocephala?

Pilosella chaetocephala

What type of plant is Pilosella chaetocephala?

It is a herbaceous perennial plant.

What is the natural habitat of Pilosella chaetocephala?

It is native to Europe and North Africa.

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-138217: Based on the initial data import
Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.