Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
orolegionensis
ID:
1319429

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mateo & Egido

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Flora Montiber. 48: 41 (-42; fig. 5) (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331883



Common Names

  • Orolegionensis Mouse-Ear Hawkweed
  • Pilosella orolegionensis
  • Orolegionensis Mouse-Ear Hawkweed


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Description

Pilosella orolegionensis (also called Orolegion Pilosella, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to Central and East Africa, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella orolegionensis is used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and as a diuretic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilosella orolegionensis has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are small and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella orolegionensis can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.

Where to Find Pilosella orolegionensis

Pilosella orolegionensis is native to the temperate regions of Europe.

Pilosella orolegionensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella orolegionensis?

Pilosella orolegionensis

What type of plant is Pilosella orolegionensis?

Herbaceous perennial

Where does Pilosella orolegionensis grow?

In dry, rocky habitats in the Mediterranean region

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.