Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
debilis
ID:
95823

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


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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.

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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

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

Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Wilhelm Schultz (1804-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.W.Schultz' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:238064-1: Based on the initial data import