Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
xilocae
ID:
1319130

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mateo

Source:
ipni

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Xiloca 34: 119 (117-120; fig.). 2006

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331584



Common Names

  • Pilosella xilocae
  • Xilocae Pilosella
  • Xilocae's Pilosella


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Description

Pilosella xilocae (also called 'Xiloca Hawkweed', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe. It typically grows in meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella xilocae is used as an ornamental plant, and is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilosella xilocae has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves that are covered in fine hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella xilocae can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in the summer. Division in spring or autumn. Larger divisions can be planted out direct into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up smaller divisions and grow them on in a cold frame until they are established.

Where to Find Pilosella xilocae

Pilosella xilocae can be found in Mexico.

Pilosella xilocae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella xilocae?

Pilosella xilocae

What is the family of Pilosella xilocae?

Asteraceae

Where is Pilosella xilocae found?

It is found in Spain.

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

Gonzalo Mateo (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mateo' in the authors string.