Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tephrophyton
ID:
77778

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oborny & Zahn) Soják

Source:
gcc

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Preslia 43(2): 185 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077107



Common Names

  • Pilosella tephrophyton
  • Tephrophyton Mouse-ear Hawkweed
  • Mouse-ear Hawkweed


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Description

Pilosella tephrophyton (also called 'Grey mouse-ear hawkweed', 'Grey mouse-ear hawkweed', 'Grey mouse-ear hawkweed' among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella tephrophyton is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pilosella tephrophyton is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, with long stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella tephrophyton is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix in spring or autumn. For division, divide the clumps in spring or autumn and replant the divisions in a well-draining soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist but well-draining soil.

Where to Find Pilosella tephrophyton

Pilosella tephrophyton is native to Europe and can be found in open woods, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Pilosella tephrophyton FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella tephrophyton?

Pilosella tephrophyton

What are the common names of Pilosella tephrophyton?

Gray Hawkweed

What is the natural habitat of Pilosella tephrophyton?

Pilosella tephrophyton is native to Europe and is found in grasslands and meadows

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-33744: Based on the initial data import
Jiří Soják (1936-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soják' in the authors string.
Karl Hermann Zahn (1865-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zahn' in the authors string.
Adolf Oborny (1840-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oborny' in the authors string.