Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pilulifera
ID:
33641

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) Anderb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 104: 155 (1991): (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032970



Common Names

  • Trichogyne
  • Harebell
  • Pilose Harebell


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Description

Trichogyne pilulifera (also called Pillwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with small, greenish-white flowers. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands and stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Trichogyne pilulifera has been used as a food source, a medicinal herb for treating digestive problems, and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichogyne pilulifera is small and yellow, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichogyne pilulifera is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Trichogyne pilulifera

Trichogyne pilulifera is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Trichogyne pilulifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichogyne pilulifera?

Trichogyne pilulifera

What is the common name of Trichogyne pilulifera?

Pillwort

What is the family of Trichogyne pilulifera?

Marsileaceae

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-131884: Based on the initial data import
Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.