Status:
valid
Authors:
(Willk. ex T.Durand & B.D.Jacks.) Mateo & Greuter
Source:
gcc
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 37(1): 136 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086406
Common Names
- Mouse-ear Hawkweed
- Field Hawkweed
- Field Mouse-ear
Synonyms
- Hieracium portae Willk. ex T.Durand & B.D.Jacks. [unknown]
- Hieracium periphanoides periphanoides [unknown]
- Hieracium sylvaticum Porta [illegitimate]
- Hieracium periphanoides Zahn [unknown]
- Hieracium antennarium Arv.-Touv. & Faure [unknown]
- Hieracium periphanoides antennarium (Arv.-Touv. & Faure) Zahn [unknown]
- Pilosella periphanoides (Zahn) Soják [unknown]
Description
Pilosella portae (also called Hieracium portae, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, where it grows in dry, open habitats. It is a perennial herb, growing up to 1 meter in height. Its leaves are lanceolate, measuring up to 10 cm long and 2 cm wide. The flowers are yellow and measure up to 2 cm in diameter.
Uses & Benefits
Pilosella portae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are used as a food source for livestock. Its flowers are used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pilosella portae has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have two cotyledons and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pilosella portae is a tropical plant native to India. It can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers a warm, humid environment with plenty of bright indirect sunlight. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and watered regularly. Fertilize the plant every few weeks during the growing season to promote healthy growth.
Where to Find Pilosella portae
Pilosella portae is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.
Pilosella portae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pilosella portae?
Pilosella portae
What is the family of Pilosella portae?
Asteraceae
Where is Pilosella portae found?
Mexico
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,