Status:
valid
Authors:
Mateo & Egido
Source:
gcc
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Flora Montiber. 37: 6 (-7; fig.) (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039088
Common Names
- Maraniana Pilosella
- Maraniana Mouse-ear Hawkweed
- Maraniana Field Mouse-ear
Description
Pilosella maraniana (also called Maran's mouse-ear hawkweed, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has yellow flowers and grows in rocky soils in dry scrub and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Pilosella maraniana is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties, and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pilosella maraniana is a small yellow flower with a single petal. The seed is a small, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pilosella maraniana is a perennial herb native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in late spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Pilosella maraniana
Pilosella maraniana can be found in dry, sunny areas of the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Pilosella maraniana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pilosella maraniana?
Pilosella maraniana
What is the common name of Pilosella maraniana?
Maran's Mouse-ear
What is the natural habitat of Pilosella maraniana?
Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands
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,