Status:
valid
Authors:
Tupitz.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 81(3): 126 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000056789
Common Names
- Novosibirsk Hawkweed
- Novosibirsk Mouse-ear
- Novosibirsk Pilosella
Description
Pilosella novosibirskensis (also called Novosibirsk Pilosella, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial species in the Asteraceae family. It has a woody stem, lanceolate leaves and yellow flower heads. It is native to Siberia. It typically grows in dry, sandy and rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pilosella novosibirskensis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used to make herbal tea and has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pilosella novosibirskensis has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pilosella novosibirskensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed. It requires full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. The plant can be propagated by division or cuttings.
Where to Find Pilosella novosibirskensis
Pilosella novosibirskensis is native to Siberia and can be found in moist, grassy areas.
Pilosella novosibirskensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pilosella novosibirskensis?
Pilosella novosibirskensis
What is the common name of Pilosella novosibirskensis?
Novosibirsk Hawkweed
What is the natural habitat of Pilosella novosibirskensis?
Dry grasslands, woodlands and scrublands
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
N.N. Tupitzina: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tupitz.' in the authors string.