Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
onegensis
ID:
86698

Status:
valid

Authors:
Norrl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Acta Soc. Fauna Fl. Fenn. ii. n. 4 (1884) 131

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086027



Common Names

  • Onegensis Pilosella
  • Pilosella
  • Woolly Hawkweed


Searching for Pilosella onegensis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Pilosella onegensis (also called Onega Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to northern and central Europe. It grows in dry, sandy, and rocky soils, and is often found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands. Its leaves are small and lance-shaped, and its flowers are yellow and clustered.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella onegensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pilosella onegensis is a white, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are slender, with a single, unbranched stem and long, narrow leaves.

Searching for Pilosella onegensis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella onegensis is a perennial herb native to the Caucasus and Iran. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a light, sandy soil. Division should be done in the spring or autumn, taking care to divide the clumps into sections with plenty of roots. The plants should be planted in a sunny, well-drained position.

Where to Find Pilosella onegensis

Pilosella onegensis is native to the Caucasus region of Eastern Europe and can be found in open grasslands and scrublands.

Pilosella onegensis FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Pilosella onegensis?

Pilosella onegensis prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C.

What is the best way to propagate Pilosella onegensis?

Pilosella onegensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

How often should Pilosella onegensis be watered?

Pilosella onegensis should be watered regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings.

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