Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nevadensis
ID:
114698

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Arv.-Touv.) Mateo & Greuter

Source:
gcc

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 37(1): 135 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114027



Common Names

  • Nevada Mouse-ear
  • Nevada Hawkweed
  • Pilosella


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Description

Pilosella nevadensis (also called Nevada Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of the western United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 to 2 cm. It grows in grassy meadows and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella nevadensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as skin diseases, digestive disorders, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilosella nevadensis has small yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem and small, ovate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella nevadensis is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Pilosella nevadensis

Pilosella nevadensis is found in the Sierra Nevada mountains in California.

Pilosella nevadensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella nevadensis?

Pilosella nevadensis

What is the common name of Pilosella nevadensis?

Nevada Hawkweed

What is the natural habitat of Pilosella nevadensis?

Grassy areas, meadows, 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-75533: Based on the initial data import
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Gonzalo Mateo (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mateo' in the authors string.
Casimir Arvet-Touvet (1841-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arv.-Touv.' in the authors string.