Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
litardiereana
ID:
1643

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Zahn) Soják

Source:
gcc

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 6(2): 219 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000000972



Common Names

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


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Synonyms

  • Hieracium litardiereanum Zahn [unknown]

Description

Pilosella litardiereana (also called Pyrenean Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Pyrenees. It has a rosette of basal leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella litardiereana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pilosella litardiereana is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a white root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella litardiereana is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division should be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Pilosella litardiereana

Pilosella litardiereana can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Pilosella litardiereana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella litardiereana?

Pilosella litardiereana

What is the common name of Pilosella litardiereana?

Litardiere's Pilosella

What is the natural habitat of Pilosella litardiereana?

Pilosella litardiereana is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

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-100927: Based on the initial data import
Jiří Soják (1936-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soják' in the authors string.
Karl Hermann Zahn (1865-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zahn' in the authors string.