Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cochlearis
ID:
12572

Status:
valid

Authors:
Norrl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Acta Soc. Fauna Fl. Fenn. ii. n. 4 (1884) 100

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011901



Common Names

  • Cochlear Pilosella
  • Cochlear Mouse-ear
  • Cochlear Hawkweed


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Description

Pilosella cochlearis (also called Mouse-ear Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial plant of the Asteraceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, roadsides and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella cochlearis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to treat skin diseases and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pilosella cochlearis is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small and black and the seedlings are green and have a hairy texture.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella cochlearis is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the clumps when the plant is dormant.

Where to Find Pilosella cochlearis

Pilosella cochlearis can be found in the grasslands of Europe.

Pilosella cochlearis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella cochlearis?

Pilosella cochlearis

What is the natural habitat of Pilosella cochlearis?

Pilosella cochlearis is native to Europe and is found in grasslands and rocky hillsides.

What are the medicinal properties of Pilosella cochlearis?

Pilosella cochlearis has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

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,

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