Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lathraea
ID:
36279

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Peter) Soják

Source:
gcc

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Cas. Nár. Muz., Rada Prír. 150(3-4): 139 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035608



Common Names

  • Lathraea Cudweed
  • Lathraea Fleabane
  • Lathraea Cudweed


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Description

Pilosella lathraea (also called Slender Mouse-Ear Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It grows up to 0.5 m tall and has yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella lathraea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pilosella lathraea is yellow, with a single head of ray florets. The seed of Pilosella lathraea is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings of Pilosella lathraea are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella lathraea is a perennial plant that is propagated through seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best to plant in spring or fall, and it can be divided in early spring. It is best to water regularly and fertilize in early spring.

Where to Find Pilosella lathraea

Pilosella lathraea is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky slopes.

Pilosella lathraea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella lathraea?

Pilosella lathraea

What is the common name of Pilosella lathraea?

Lathraea Hawkweed

What is the family of Pilosella lathraea?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-134442: Based on the initial data import
Jiří Soják (1936-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soják' in the authors string.
Albert Peter (1853-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Peter' in the authors string.