Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
plaicensis
ID:
64816

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Woł.) Soják

Source:
gcc

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Cas. Nár. Muz., Rada Prír. 150(3-4): 139 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000064145



Common Names

  • Pilosella
  • Meadow Hawkweed
  • Mouse-Ear Hawkweed


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Synonyms

  • Pilosella fuscescens (Nägeli & Peter) Soják [unknown]
  • Hieracium plaicense Woł. [unknown]
  • Hieracium cruentum fuscescens Nägeli & Peter [unknown]
  • Hieracium rubellum fuscescens (Nägeli & Peter) Zahn [unknown]

Description

Pilosella plaicensis (also called Plaicen's Hawkweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, sunny habitats. It is often found in grasslands and open fields.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella plaicensis is used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilosella plaicensis has small, white, star-shaped flowers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have small, round leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella plaicensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can tolerate some shade but will not flower as profusely. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Pilosella plaicensis

Pilosella plaicensis can be found in Europe and Asia. It is commonly found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and roadsides.

Pilosella plaicensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella plaicensis?

Pilosella plaicensis

What is the common name of Pilosella plaicensis?

Plaice's Hawkweed

What is the natural habitat of Pilosella plaicensis?

Dry, sandy soils in prairies and open woodlands

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-21106: Based on the initial data import
Jiří Soják (1936-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soják' in the authors string.
Eustach Wołoszczak (1835-1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Woł.' in the authors string.