Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
triplex
ID:
137627

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Peter) Soják

Source:
gcc

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 6(2): 218 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000136956



Common Names

  • Three-lobed Mouse-ear
  • Three-lobed Hawkweed
  • Three-lobed Hawk's-beard


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Description

Pilosella triplex (also called 'Three-leaved Mouse-ear', among many other common names) is a perennial plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe and grows in grasslands and meadows. It has a rosette of hairy leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella triplex is a perennial plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to butterflies and bees. It can also be used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilosella triplex flowers are yellow and have a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella triplex is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best to divide the plant in the spring or fall. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in the spring. Keep the soil moist and provide some shade. The seeds should germinate in about two weeks.

Where to Find Pilosella triplex

Pilosella triplex is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, pastures, and meadows.

Pilosella triplex FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella triplex?

Pilosella triplex

What is the family of Pilosella triplex?

Asteraceae

What is the flowering period of Pilosella triplex?

July to October

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-97656: 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.