Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
peteriana
ID:
24336

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Käser) Holub

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 12(3): 306 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023665



Common Names

  • Peter's Pilosella
  • Peter's Mouse-Ear Hawkweed
  • Peter's Hawkweed


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Description

Pilosella peteriana (also called Mouse-ear Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in sunny and dry habitats, such as grasslands, rocky slopes, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella peteriana has been used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilosella peteriana has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella peteriana is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Europe. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It requires regular watering during the growing season and should be fertilized once a year.

Where to Find Pilosella peteriana

Pilosella peteriana is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky areas.

Pilosella peteriana FAQ

What type of plant is Pilosella peteriana?

Pilosella peteriana is a perennial herbaceous plant.

What is the scientific classification of Pilosella peteriana?

Pilosella peteriana belongs to the family Asteraceae, genus Pilosella, and species peteriana.

What is the natural habitat of Pilosella peteriana?

Pilosella peteriana is native to Europe and temperate Asia.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-122863: Based on the initial data import
Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
Friedrich Käser (1853-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Käser' in the authors string.