Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
deschatresii
ID:
1331408

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.-M.Tison

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Compl. Prod. Fl. Corse Asteraceae IV: 185. 2015 [1 Jul 2015]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343862



Common Names

  • Deschatresii Pilosella
  • Pilosella
  • Deschatresii Pilosella


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Description

Pilosella deschatresii (also called the Deschatre's Pilosella, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid from the Orchidaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean and South America, and is found in humid tropical forests. It has small, white flowers with a yellow-green center and a long, thin stem.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella deschatresii is used as an ornamental plant, for its wood, and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilosella deschatresii has small yellow flowers with 4-5 petals. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella deschatresii is a perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is hardy in USDA zones 4-8.

Where to Find Pilosella deschatresii

Pilosella deschatresii is native to the Mediterranean region.

Pilosella deschatresii FAQ

What are the common names of Pilosella deschatresii?

Common names of Pilosella deschatresii include Deschatres' hawkweed and Deschatres' pilosella.

What is the scientific classification of Pilosella deschatresii?

Pilosella deschatresii belongs to the family Asteraceae and is an herbaceous plant.

Where is Pilosella deschatresii found?

Pilosella deschatresii is native to the Mediterranean region.

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

Jean-Marc Tison (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.-M.Tison' in the authors string.