Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
unamunoi
ID:
132495

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Vicioso) Mateo

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Flora Montiber. 32: 66 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131824



Common Names

  • Pyrenean Hawkweed
  • Unamuno's Hawkweed
  • Pilosella


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Synonyms

  • Hieracium myriadenum unamunoi C.Vicioso [unknown]

Description

Pilosella unamunoi (also called Unamuno's Mouse-ear Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in rocky and sandy soils, and is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella unamunoi is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pilosella unamunoi is yellow and has a daisy-like form. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella unamunoi is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can withstand temperatures as low as -20°C. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Pilosella unamunoi

Pilosella unamunoi can be found in Mexico, Central America, and some parts of South America.

Pilosella unamunoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella unamunoi?

Pilosella unamunoi

What is the family of Pilosella unamunoi?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Pilosella unamunoi?

Unamuno's mouse-ear hawkweed

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-92682: Based on the initial data import
Gonzalo Mateo (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mateo' in the authors string.
Carlos Vicioso Martínez (1886-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Vicioso' in the authors string.