Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
niveocantabrica
ID:
1332903

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mateo & Egido

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Flora Montiber. 57: 74 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345357



Common Names

  • Niveocantabrica Pilosella
  • Pilosella
  • Pilosella Niveocantabrica


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Description

Pilosella niveocantabrica (also called White-flowered Mouse-ear-hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is typically found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella niveocantabrica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilosella niveocantabrica has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. Its seeds are small, dark brown and have a diameter of 0.5 mm. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and the first true leaves are oblong and have toothed margins.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella niveocantabrica is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered location and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be propagated from seed sown in spring or from division of established clumps in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Pilosella niveocantabrica

Pilosella niveocantabrica is native to Spain and can be found in dry forests.

Pilosella niveocantabrica FAQ

What is the common name of Pilosella niveocantabrica?

Niveocantabrica Pilosella

What is the scientific name of Niveocantabrica Pilosella?

Pilosella niveocantabrica

What is the natural habitat of Pilosella niveocantabrica?

Rainforests of Spain

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

Gonzalo Mateo (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mateo' in the authors string.
Fermín del Egido Mazuelas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Egido' in the authors string.