Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
salernicola
ID:
969

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vetter & Zahn) Soják

Source:
gcc

Year:
1982

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000000298



Common Names

  • Pilosella salernicola
  • Salerno Pilosella
  • Salerno Mouse-Ear


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Synonyms

  • Hieracium salernicola Vetter & Zahn [unknown]

Description

Pilosella salernicola (also called Salerno Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in sandy and rocky soils, and is found in coastal areas, dunes, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella salernicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilosella salernicola has yellow flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella salernicola is a perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Pilosella salernicola

Pilosella salernicola is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in coastal areas. It is commonly found in sandy soils.

Pilosella salernicola FAQ

What are the common names of Pilosella salernicola?

Pilosella salernicola is commonly known as the Salernitan Hawkweed.

What type of plant is Pilosella salernicola?

Pilosella salernicola is a species of plant in the Asteraceae family.

Where is Pilosella salernicola found?

Pilosella salernicola is found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.

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-100280: Based on the initial data import
Jiří Soják (1936-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soják' in the authors string.
Karl Hermann Zahn (1865-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zahn' in the authors string.
Jean-Jacques Vetter (1826-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vetter' in the authors string.