Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
melinomelas
ID:
67219

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Peter) Holub

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 12(3): 306 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000066548



Common Names

  • Pilosella Melinomelas
  • Melinomelas Mouse-Ear
  • Melinomelas


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Synonyms

  • Hieracium acrothyrsum acrothyrsum [unknown]
  • Pilosella acrothyrsa acrothyrsa [unknown]
  • Hieracium acrothyrsum acrothyrsum [unknown]
  • Hieracium acrothyrsum altefurcatum (Rehmann) Zahn [unknown]

Description

Pilosella melinomelas (also called Pilosella melinomelas, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with leathery leaves and small white flowers. It is native to Europe and is found in humid, tropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella melinomelas is a flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilosella melinomelas has yellow flowers with a single ring of petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella melinomelas is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly, but do not overwater. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Pilosella melinomelas

Pilosella melinomelas is native to the Mediterranean and can be found in rocky and sandy soils.

Pilosella melinomelas FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Pilosella melinomelas?

Pilosella melinomelas is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of France, Italy, and Spain.

What is the growth habit of Pilosella melinomelas?

Pilosella melinomelas is an evergreen perennial that grows to a height of 30-50 cm.

What is the soil type preferred by Pilosella melinomelas?

Pilosella melinomelas prefers well-drained, sandy soils with a pH of 6.5-7.5.

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

Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
Albert Peter (1853-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Peter' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:238194-1: Based on the initial data import