Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grossheimii
ID:
28174

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Zahn) Coșkunç. & Beyazoğlu

Source:
gcc

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 59(2): 320 (2002) (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027503



Common Names

  • Pilosella grossheimii
  • Grossheim's Mouse-ear
  • Grossheim's Pilosella


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Synonyms

  • Hieracium grossheimii Zahn [unknown]

Description

Pilosella grossheimii (also called Mouse-ear Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers and a hairy stem. It is native to the Caucasus region and grows in meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella grossheimii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilosella grossheimii has small yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 mm. The seeds are small, brown and oval in shape. The seedlings have a short stem with small, oval cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella grossheimii is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Pilosella grossheimii

Pilosella grossheimii is native to the Caucasus region and can be found in meadows and grasslands.

Pilosella grossheimii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella grossheimii?

Pilosella grossheimii

What is the natural habitat of Pilosella grossheimii?

Grasslands, meadows and open woods

What are the main characteristics of Pilosella grossheimii?

It is a perennial herb with small, yellow flowers

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-126584: Based on the initial data import
Karl Hermann Zahn (1865-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zahn' in the authors string.
Osman Beyazoğlu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beyazoğlu' in the authors string.