Status:
valid
Authors:
(Arv.-Touv.) Arv.-Touv.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Pilosella & Hieracium, Addit. 5. 1879
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060287
Common Names
- Corymbulifera Pilosella
- Corymbulifera Mouse-ear Hawkweed
- Corymbulifera Hawkweed
Description
Pilosella corymbulifera (also called Mountain Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to Europe and North Africa. It has small, hairy leaves and yellow-orange flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in dry, rocky habitats at elevations of up to 3000 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Pilosella corymbulifera is a perennial herb with many medicinal and culinary uses. It has been used to treat digestive problems, skin conditions, and respiratory issues. It can also be used as a seasoning in cooking, and its leaves can be used to make tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pilosella corymbulifera are yellow and daisy-like, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and bushy.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pilosella corymbulifera is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from cuttings is the best method, as it will produce a more vigorous plant. To propagate from cuttings, take a 4-6 inch cutting from a healthy plant and place it in a pot filled with moist potting soil. Keep the soil moist and in a warm location until the cutting has rooted. Once the cutting has rooted, it can be transplanted into a larger pot or into the garden.
Where to Find Pilosella corymbulifera
Pilosella corymbulifera is native to Europe and can be found in the mountains of southern France and northern Italy.
Pilosella corymbulifera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pilosella corymbulifera?
Pilosella corymbulifera
What is the common name of Pilosella corymbulifera?
Mouse-ear hawkweed
What is the natural habitat of Pilosella corymbulifera?
It is found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats
Species in the Pilosella genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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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,