Status:
valid
Authors:
(de Retz) Mateo
Source:
gcc
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Cat. Flor. Prov. Teruel 143 (1990): (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022470
Common Names
- Pilosella Pintodasilva
- Pilosella Ciliata
- Pilosella Ciliata
Synonyms
- Hieracium pintodasilvae de Retz [unknown]
Description
Pilosella pintodasilva (also called Pintodasilva, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Colombia and Venezuela. It grows up to 1 meter tall and has yellow flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas and is used as a medicinal plant.
Uses & Benefits
Pilosella pintodasilva is used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant, as its leaves are attractive and fragrant. It can also be used as a ground cover or as a hedge.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pilosella pintodasilva is yellow and daisy-like with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pilosella pintodasilva is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed in autumn. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it once a year.
Where to Find Pilosella pintodasilva
Pilosella pintodasilva is native to Bolivia and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Pilosella pintodasilva FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pilosella pintodasilva?
Pilosella pintodasilva
What is the common name of Pilosella pintodasilva?
Pilosella
What is the family of Pilosella pintodasilva?
Asteraceae
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,