Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
legionensis
ID:
65862

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mateo & Egido

Source:
gcc

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Flora Montiber. 37: 5 (-6; fig.) (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000065191



Common Names

  • Pilosella legionensis
  • Pilosella
  • Legionensis


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Description

Pilosella legionensis (also called Legionary Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It grows to a height of 0.2 to 0.5 meters and has a woody stem. The leaves are alternate, oblong-lanceolate, and have serrate margins. It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands, scrublands, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella legionensis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilosella legionensis has yellow flowers with a single yellow center, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella legionensis is a perennial plant which can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is best cultivated in a sunny position in a well-drained soil. It can tolerate a wide range of soils, including clay soils, but prefers a neutral to slightly alkaline soil.

Where to Find Pilosella legionensis

Pilosella legionensis is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

Pilosella legionensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella legionensis?

Pilosella legionensis

What type of plant is Pilosella legionensis?

It is a perennial herb

Where is Pilosella legionensis found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region

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-22119: Based on the initial data import
Gonzalo Mateo (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mateo' in the authors string.
Fermín del Egido Mazuelas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Egido' in the authors string.