Status:
valid
Authors:
Mateo
Source:
gcc
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Flora Montiber. 36: 65 (-68; figs.) (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045374
Common Names
- Noguerensis
- Pilosella
- Pilosella Noguerensis
Description
Pilosella noguerensis (also called Noguer's Mouse-ear Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, disturbed areas, and dry forests.
Uses & Benefits
Pilosella noguerensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal herb for treating digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pilosella noguerensis has yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are hairy and have a rosette of basal leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pilosella noguerensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.
Where to Find Pilosella noguerensis
Pilosella noguerensis is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Pilosella noguerensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pilosella noguerensis?
Pilosella noguerensis
What is the natural habitat of Pilosella noguerensis?
Pilosella noguerensis is found in dry, rocky areas of the Mediterranean region.
What are the characteristics of Pilosella noguerensis?
Pilosella noguerensis is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It has yellow flowers and oval-shaped leaves.
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,