Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tardans
ID:
61167

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Peter) Soják

Source:
gcc

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 6(2): 217 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060496



Common Names

  • Late Mouse-Ear
  • Late Hawkweed
  • Late Pilosella


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Description

Pilosella tardans (also called Tardy Mouse-Ear, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It has a woody stem with hairy leaves and yellow flowers. It is commonly found in meadows and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella tardans is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pilosella tardans is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella tardans can be propagated from seed, cuttings, and division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in summer and rooted in a light, well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or fall. The plant should be grown in full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Pilosella tardans

Pilosella tardans is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky areas, meadows, and pastures.

Pilosella tardans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella tardans?

Pilosella tardans

What is the common name of Pilosella tardans?

Late-flowering Mouse-ear

What is the natural habitat of Pilosella tardans?

Grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

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-17546: Based on the initial data import
Jiří Soják (1936-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soják' in the authors string.
Albert Peter (1853-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Peter' in the authors string.