Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kumbelica
ID:
36781

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.Fedtsch. & Nevski) Sennikov

Source:
gcc

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 83(2): 78 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036110



Common Names

  • Kumbel's Mouse-ear Hawkweed
  • Kumbel's Pilosella
  • Pilosella


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Synonyms

  • Hieracium kumbelicum B.Fedtsch. & Nevski [unknown]

Description

Pilosella kumbelica (also called Kumbel's Mouse-ear Hawkweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm in height. It has a basal rosette of leaves with toothed margins and a stem with yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella kumbelica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilosella kumbelica has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, brown and round. Its seedlings are short and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella kumbelica is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed, but it is not recommended as the seedlings are not true to the parent plant.

Where to Find Pilosella kumbelica

Pilosella kumbelica is native to Europe and is found in the Mediterranean region.

Pilosella kumbelica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella kumbelica?

Pilosella kumbelica

What is the common name of Pilosella kumbelica?

Kumbel's Mouse-ear Hawkweed

What is the family of Pilosella kumbelica?

Asteraceae

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

Aleksandr Sénnikov (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sennikov' in the authors string.
Boris Fedtschenko (1872-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Fedtsch.' in the authors string.
Sergéi Nevski (1908-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nevski' in the authors string.