Status:
valid
Authors:
(Peter) Soják
Source:
gcc
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 6(2): 218 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018467
Common Names
- Pilosella Substoloniflora
- Substoloniflora Mouse-ear Hawkweed
- Substoloniflora Hawkweed
Synonyms
- Hieracium rubriflorum Zahn [unknown]
- Pilosella erecta (Nägeli & Peter) H.P.Fuchs [unknown]
- Hieracium erectum Zahn [unknown]
- Hieracium chloromelanum Peter [unknown]
- Hieracium erectum erectum [unknown]
- Hieracium substoloniflorum substoloniflorum [unknown]
- Hieracium rubriflorum rubriflorum [unknown]
- Hieracium erectum rubriflorum (Zahn) Zahn [unknown]
- Hieracium substoloniflorum Peter [unknown]
- Hieracium substoloniflorum chloromelanum (Peter) Zahn [unknown]
- Hieracium erectum pseudorubrum (Touton & Zahn) Zahn [unknown]
- Hieracium substoloniflorum erectum Nägeli & Peter [unknown]
- Hieracium rubriflorum pseudorubrum Touton & Zahn [unknown]
- Pilosella rubriflora (Zahn) Zidorn [unknown]
Description
Pilosella substoloniflora (also called 'Substoloniflora Mouse-ear', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has a single stem, with a basal rosette of leaves and a terminal inflorescence. The leaves are lanceolate with serrated margins and the flowers are yellow with a yellow center. It grows in open grasslands, roadsides and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pilosella substoloniflora is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pilosella substoloniflora has yellow flowers that are typically 1-2 inches in diameter and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and light green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pilosella substoloniflora 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 be grown in USDA Zones 8-11.
Where to Find Pilosella substoloniflora
Pilosella substoloniflora can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Pilosella substoloniflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pilosella substoloniflora?
Pilosella substoloniflora
What is the common name of Pilosella substoloniflora?
Substoloniflora Mouse-ear Hawkweed
What is the natural habitat of Pilosella substoloniflora?
Pilosella substoloniflora is found in dry grasslands and scrublands of Europe.
Species in the Pilosella genus
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Achillea ptarmicoides,
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