Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hyperborea
ID:
21713

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.W.Schultz & Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Flora 45: 429 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000021042



Common Names

  • Northern Mouse-ear
  • Northern Hawkweed
  • Northern Pilosella


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Description

Pilosella hyperborea (also called Northern Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to northern Europe and is found in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella hyperborea is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used to treat digestive disorders, skin diseases, and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pilosella hyperborea is white and has four petals. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and long with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella hyperborea is a perennial herb that can be propagated through seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground and should be watered regularly. Pruning is not necessary.

Where to Find Pilosella hyperborea

Pilosella hyperborea can be found in the Arctic and Subarctic regions, including Norway, Sweden, and Finland.

Pilosella hyperborea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella hyperborea?

Pilosella hyperborea

What type of plant is Pilosella hyperborea?

Herb

Where is Pilosella hyperborea found?

Northern 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-120349: Based on the initial data import
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Wilhelm Schultz (1804-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.W.Schultz' in the authors string.