Status:
valid
Authors:
(Tausch) Soják
Source:
gcc
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Preslia 43(2): 186 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035024
Common Names
- Heterodox Hawkweed
- Pilosella
- Heterodoxa
Description
Pilosella heterodoxa (also called Heterodox Mouse-ear, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a single flower head. It is native to Europe and is found in dry, grassy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pilosella heterodoxa is a low-maintenance plant that is often used in landscaping. It is also used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pilosella heterodoxa is yellow and star-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pilosella heterodoxa is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing plant with small, white flowers and can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought tolerant once established.
Where to Find Pilosella heterodoxa
Pilosella heterodoxa is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the wild.
Pilosella heterodoxa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pilosella heterodoxa?
Pilosella heterodoxa
What is the common name of Pilosella heterodoxa?
Heterodox Hawkweed
Where is Pilosella heterodoxa found?
Pilosella heterodoxa is found in Europe.
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,