Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tephrodes
ID:
6007

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nägeli & Peter) S.Bräut. & Greuter

Source:
gcc

Year:
2007

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005336



Common Names

  • Pilosella Tephrodes
  • Ashy Mouse-Ear
  • Ashy Pilosella


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Synonyms

  • Pilosella tephrodes (Nägeli & Peter) Soják [deprecated]
  • Hieracium tephodres tephodres [unknown]
  • Hieracium tephrodes tephrodes [unknown]
  • Hieracium cinerosiforme cinerosiforme [unknown]
  • Hieracium tephrodes Nägeli & Peter [unknown]
  • Hieracium cinerosiforme citrinum (Käser) Zahn [unknown]
  • Hieracium tephrodes citrinum Käser [unknown]
  • Hieracium cinerosiforme valdensicum Zahn [unknown]
  • Hieracium tephrodes acrotephrodes Zahn [unknown]
  • Hieracium cinerosiforme Zahn [unknown]

Description

Pilosella tephrodes (also called 'Mountain Hawkweed', among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers and a hairy stem. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella tephrodes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a soil conditioner.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pilosella tephrodes is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of spoon-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella tephrodes is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer. Division can be done in the spring or fall. It is important to keep the soil moist and fertilize regularly.

Where to Find Pilosella tephrodes

Pilosella tephrodes is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Pilosella tephrodes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella tephrodes?

Pilosella tephrodes

What is the common name of Pilosella tephrodes?

Ashy Mouse-ear Hawkweed

Where is Pilosella tephrodes found?

Pilosella tephrodes is found in Europe and North Africa.

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-105141: Based on the initial data import
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Albert Peter (1853-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Peter' in the authors string.
Carl Nägeli (1817-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nägeli' in the authors string.
Siegfried Bräutigam (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Bräut.' in the authors string.