Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ziziana
ID:
9726

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.W.Schultz & Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Flora 45: 430 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009055



Common Names

  • Pilosella ziziana
  • Ziziana Pilosella
  • Ziziana Mouse-ear Hawkweed


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Description

Pilosella ziziana (also called Zizian's mouse-ear hawkweed, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to the southeastern United States. It typically grows in open woods, fields, and roadsides. It has a single stem with oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella ziziana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments. It is also used to make herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pilosella ziziana is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and thin, with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella ziziana is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a year.

Where to Find Pilosella ziziana

Pilosella ziziana is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Pilosella ziziana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella ziziana?

Pilosella ziziana

What is the common name of Pilosella ziziana?

Ziziana Hawkweed

What is the natural habitat of Pilosella ziziana?

Grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

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

Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Wilhelm Schultz (1804-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.W.Schultz' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:238389-1: Based on the initial data import