Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptophytomorpha
ID:
20776

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Litv. & Zahn) Sennikov

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020105



Common Names

  • Pilosella Leptophytomorpha
  • Leptophytomorpha Pilosella
  • Leptophytomorpha


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Description

Pilosella leptophytomorpha (also called mouse-ear hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial plant in the family Asteraceae. It has a single stem that can reach up to 40 cm in height, with a few branches. The leaves are lanceolate and have a grayish-green color. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella leptophytomorpha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilosella leptophytomorpha has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1.5-2 cm. Its seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have two narrow, lanceolate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella leptophytomorpha is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a sunny location. The seedlings should be thinned out to prevent overcrowding. Division can be done in early spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided and replanted in a sunny location.

Where to Find Pilosella leptophytomorpha

Pilosella leptophytomorpha is native to Europe and North Africa. It can be found in meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes.

Pilosella leptophytomorpha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella leptophytomorpha?

Pilosella leptophytomorpha

What is the common name of Pilosella leptophytomorpha?

Mountain Hawkweed

What is the natural habitat of Pilosella leptophytomorpha?

It is native to the Alps and is found in dry, rocky 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-119438: Based on the initial data import
Dmitry Litvinov (1855-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Litv.' in the authors string.
Karl Hermann Zahn (1865-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zahn' in the authors string.
Aleksandr Sénnikov (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sennikov' in the authors string.