Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
medioposita
ID:
1319323

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gottschl.) Gottschl.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 40(2): 195 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331777



Common Names

  • Pilosella Medioposita
  • Medioposita Daisy
  • Pilosella Daisy


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Description

Pilosella medioposita (also called 'Mid-positioned Hawkweed', among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows up to 30cm tall. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Europe and western Asia and is commonly found in dry, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella medioposita is used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, skin diseases, and respiratory ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilosella medioposita has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella medioposita is a perennial herb that grows in dry, rocky soils. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in the spring in well-drained soil. The seedlings should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Pilosella medioposita

Pilosella medioposita can be found in the mountains of Central Asia.

Pilosella medioposita FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella medioposita?

Pilosella medioposita

What is the common name of Pilosella medioposita?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Pilosella medioposita?

Dry, rocky slopes in the Andes Mountains

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

Günter Gottschlich (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gottschl.' in the authors string.