Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ganesch. & Zahn) Tupitz.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Fl. Sibir. 13: 353 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000074758
Common Names
- Pilosella Tephrochlorella
- Tephrochlorella
- Tephrochlorella Mouse-ear
Synonyms
- Hieracium tephrochlorellum (Ganesch. & Zahn) Üksip [unknown]
- Hieracium heterodoxum tephrochlorellum [deprecated]
Description
Pilosella tephrochlorella (also called Tephrochlorella Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Europe, where it is found in dry, rocky areas, such as grasslands and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Pilosella tephrochlorella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive yellow flowers and its ability to attract bees and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pilosella tephrochlorella has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pilosella tephrochlorella is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed. The seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist. It prefers full sun and can tolerate some shade. It is best to prune the plant in late summer to promote new growth.
Where to Find Pilosella tephrochlorella
Pilosella tephrochlorella is native to Europe.
Pilosella tephrochlorella FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pilosella tephrochlorella?
Pilosella tephrochlorella
What is the common name of Pilosella tephrochlorella?
Tephrochlorella Hawkweed
What are the uses of Pilosella tephrochlorella?
It is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for livestock.
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
N.N. Tupitzina: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tupitz.' in the authors string.