Status:
valid
Authors:
(Peter) S.Bräut. & Greuter
Source:
gcc
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 37(1): 135 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040504
Common Names
- Moechiadia Pilosella
- Pilosella
- Pilosella Moechiadia
Synonyms
- Hieracium cineraria cineraria [unknown]
- Hieracium moechiadium Peter [unknown]
- Hieracium cineraria moechiadium (Peter) Nägeli & Peter [unknown]
- Hieracium cineraria Nägeli & Peter [unknown]
Description
Pilosella moechiadia (also called Moechadia Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial plant of the sunflower family. It has yellow flower heads with a diameter of 2-3 cm and a yellow centre. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, roadsides and cultivated fields.
Uses & Benefits
Pilosella moechiadia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pilosella moechiadia has small, yellow flowers with a white center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pilosella moechiadia is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate from cuttings, take a cutting from a mature plant and plant it in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. The plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers a well-draining soil.
Where to Find Pilosella moechiadia
Pilosella moechiadia is native to Europe and can be found in the wild in France, Germany, and the United Kingdom.
Pilosella moechiadia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pilosella moechiadia?
Pilosella moechiadia
What is the common name of Pilosella moechiadia?
Moech's Hawkweed
What is the natural habitat of Pilosella moechiadia?
Pilosella moechiadia is native to Europe and can be found in dry, grassy meadows and pastures.
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,