Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
galliciana
ID:
116629

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pau) M.Laínz

Source:
gcc

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Anales Jard. Bot. Madrid 39(2): 413 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115958



Common Names

  • Gallician Pilosella
  • Gallician Mouse-ear Hawkweed
  • Gallician Mouse-ear Hawkweed


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Synonyms

  • Hieracium gallicianum Pau [unknown]
  • Hieracium bergidense (M.Laínz) Smythies [unknown]
  • Pilosella bergidensis (M.Laínz) M.Laínz [unknown]
  • Pilosella lactucella bergidensis (M.Laínz) M.Laínz [unknown]
  • Hieracium lactucella bergidense M.Laínz [unknown]
  • Hieracium auricula galicianum Pau [unknown]

Description

Pilosella galliciana (also called Gallician Pilosella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe, and is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas. It is an annual herb that grows to a height of 0.5-2 meters, with alternate leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella galliciana is used as a medicinal plant, as an ornamental plant, and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pilosella galliciana is yellow, with a diameter of about 2 cm. Its seeds are small, dark brown and have a diameter of about 1 mm. The seedlings are small and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella galliciana is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps.

Where to Find Pilosella galliciana

Pilosella galliciana is native to Europe and North Africa. It is found in grasslands, pastures, and disturbed areas.

Pilosella galliciana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella galliciana?

Pilosella galliciana

What is the common name of Pilosella galliciana?

Gallician hawkweed

What is the natural habitat of Pilosella galliciana?

Grassy meadows and pastures

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-77383: Based on the initial data import
Carlos Pau y Español (1857-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pau' in the authors string.
Manuel Laínz (b.1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Laínz' in the authors string.