Status:
valid
Authors:
F.W.Schultz & Sch.Bip.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
Flora 45: 438 (1862)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000095152
Common Names
- Pilosella Debilis
- Weak Mouse-ear
- Weak Hawkweed
Synonyms
- Hieracium debile Fr. [unknown]
- Hieracium quitense Arv.-Touv. [unknown]
Description
Pilosella debilis (also called Mouse-ear Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pilosella debilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pilosella debilis is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pilosella debilis is an annual or short-lived perennial that is native to Europe. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. It can also be propagated by division in spring.
Where to Find Pilosella debilis
Pilosella debilis can be found in Europe, particularly in the countries of France, Germany, and Italy.
Pilosella debilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pilosella debilis?
Pilosella debilis
What is the common name of Pilosella debilis?
Debilis Mouse-Ear Hawkweed
What is the natural habitat of Pilosella debilis?
It is native to Europe and grows in grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Pilosella genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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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,