Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lagopus
ID:
82938

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Flora 45: 436 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000082267



Common Names

  • Lagopus' Pilosella
  • Lagopus' Mouse-ear
  • Lagopus' Hawkweed


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Description

Pilosella lagopus (also called hare's-foot clover, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has small, white flowers and grows to a height of about 0.5 meters. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella lagopus is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilosella lagopus has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella lagopus is a perennial herb that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and divisions should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Pilosella lagopus

Pilosella lagopus is native to Europe and can be found in areas with well-drained soil and plenty of sunlight, such as in open grasslands and along roadsides.

Pilosella lagopus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella lagopus?

Pilosella lagopus

What is the common name of Pilosella lagopus?

Hare's-foot Hawkweed

What is the natural habitat of Pilosella lagopus?

Grassy slopes, rocky outcrops, and disturbed areas

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

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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:238168-1: Based on the initial data import