Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
soleiroliana
ID:
85305

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Arv.-Touv. & Briq.) S.Bräut. & Greuter

Source:
gcc

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 37(1): 136 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084634



Common Names

  • Soleirol's Mouse-ear
  • Pilosella Soleiroliana
  • Soleirol's Hawkweed


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Synonyms

  • Hieracium serpyllifolium sardoum Belli [unknown]
  • Hieracium schultesii soleirolianum (Arv.-Touv. & Briq.) Zahn [unknown]
  • Hieracium soleirolianum Arv.-Touv. & Briq. [unknown]
  • Hieracium sardoum (Belli) Pignatti [unknown]

Description

Pilosella soleiroliana (also called Common Mouse-ear, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It has small, hairy leaves and small white flowers. It typically grows in grassy areas, and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella soleiroliana is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pilosella soleiroliana is a yellow, daisy-like flower with long, thin petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with yellow flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella soleiroliana is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best grown in a sheltered spot and can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Pilosella soleiroliana

Pilosella soleiroliana can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

Pilosella soleiroliana FAQ

What are the growing requirements of Pilosella soleiroliana?

Pilosella soleiroliana requires full sun to partial shade, well-drained soil, and regular watering.

What type of soil is best for Pilosella soleiroliana?

Pilosella soleiroliana prefers a sandy, loamy soil with good drainage.

How often should Pilosella soleiroliana be watered?

Pilosella soleiroliana should be watered regularly, but not too often, to avoid overwatering.

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-41073: Based on the initial data import
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Casimir Arvet-Touvet (1841-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arv.-Touv.' in the authors string.
John Isaac Briquet (1870-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Briq.' in the authors string.
Siegfried Bräutigam (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Bräut.' in the authors string.