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
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.
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
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Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
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Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
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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,