Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
eminens
ID:
29902

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Peter) Soják

Source:
gcc

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Cas. Nár. Muz., Rada Prír. 150(3-4): 139 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029231



Common Names

  • Pilosella eminens
  • Eminent Mouse-ear Hawkweed
  • Eminent Pilosella


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Description

Pilosella eminens (also called Eminence hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the family Asteraceae. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It is native to Europe, and is found in grasslands and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella eminens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pilosella eminens is yellow, with a tubular corolla and four petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have a long taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella eminens is a perennial herb that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division or cuttings taken in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Pilosella eminens

Pilosella eminens is found in the Mediterranean region.

Pilosella eminens FAQ

What type of plant is Pilosella eminens?

Pilosella eminens is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family Asteraceae.

Where is Pilosella eminens found?

Pilosella eminens is native to the Mediterranean region.

What is the growth habit of Pilosella eminens?

Pilosella eminens is a perennial herb with a basal rosette of leaves and a single flower head.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-128252: Based on the initial data import
Jiří Soják (1936-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soják' in the authors string.
Albert Peter (1853-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Peter' in the authors string.