Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ullepitschii
ID:
48799

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Błocki) Szeląg

Source:
gcc

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 45(4): 302 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000048128



Common Names

  • Ullepitsch's Mouse-ear
  • Pilosella ullepitschii
  • Ullepitsch's Mouse-ear


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Description

Pilosella ullepitschii (also called Ullepitsch's mouse-ear hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Alps and Carpathians. It has a rosette of leaves with yellow flowers and is found in grasslands, meadows, and other open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella ullepitschii has been used as a traditional medicine for treating coughs, bronchitis, and other respiratory ailments. It has also been used as a diuretic, to reduce fever, and to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pilosella ullepitschii is a yellow-orange daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella ullepitschii is a perennial herb native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil. The seedlings should be thinned out to prevent overcrowding. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist.

Where to Find Pilosella ullepitschii

Pilosella ullepitschii is native to Europe and can be found in dry, sunny areas.

Pilosella ullepitschii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella ullepitschii?

Pilosella ullepitschii

What is the common name of Pilosella ullepitschii?

Hawkweed

What is the natural habitat of Pilosella ullepitschii?

Mountain meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes

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

Bronislaw Błocki (1857-1919): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Błocki' in the authors string.
Zbigniew Szeląg: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szeląg' in the authors string.