Status:
valid
Authors:
(Zahn) S.Bräut. & Greuter
Source:
gcc
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 37(1): 132 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040402
Common Names
- Pilosella chaetophyton
- Chaetophyton Pilosella
- Chaetophyton
Description
Pilosella chaetophyton (also called Bristly Mouse-ear Hawkweed, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to Europe. It has yellow flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It grows in dry grasslands, meadows, and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Pilosella chaetophyton is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, respiratory problems, and gastrointestinal disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pilosella chaetophyton is yellow, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pilosella chaetophyton is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer in the spring.
Where to Find Pilosella chaetophyton
Pilosella chaetophyton is found in Central and Southern Europe.
Pilosella chaetophyton FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pilosella chaetophyton?
Pilosella chaetophyton
What is the common name of Pilosella chaetophyton?
Hairy Mouse-ear Hawkweed
Where is Pilosella chaetophyton found?
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,