Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macutensis
ID:
6385

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Malý & Zahn) Soják

Source:
gcc

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 6(2): 218 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005714



Common Names

  • Pilosella Macutensis
  • Macutensis Mouse-ear Hawkweed
  • Macutensis Hawkweed


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Synonyms

  • Hieracium macutense macutense [unknown]
  • Hieracium macutense K.Malý & Zahn [unknown]

Description

Pilosella macutensis (also called Cut-leaved Mouse-ear, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with yellow flowers and deeply-notched, toothed leaves. It is native to Europe and North America, and is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella macutensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilosella macutensis has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella macutensis is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny position. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Pilosella macutensis

Pilosella macutensis is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in the wild in the region.

Pilosella macutensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella macutensis?

Pilosella macutensis

What is the natural habitat of Pilosella macutensis?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region.

What are the characteristics of Pilosella macutensis?

Pilosella macutensis is an evergreen perennial with small, yellow flowers and hairy leaves.

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-1055: 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.
Karl Franz Josef Malý (1874-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Malý' in the authors string.