Status:
valid
Authors:
(Zahn) Soják
Source:
gcc
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Cas. Nár. Muz., Rada Prír. 150(3-4): 139 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059601
Common Names
- Aletschensis Pilosella
- Aletschensis Mouse-ear
- Aletschensis Hawkweed
Description
Pilosella aletschensis (also called Aletsch Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has a rosette of basal leaves and long, thin stems with yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Pilosella aletschensis is used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive issues, skin diseases, and respiratory ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in perfumes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pilosella aletschensis has small yellow flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pilosella aletschensis is a perennial plant native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed or division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix in a sunny location. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate air circulation. To propagate from division, dig up the plant and divide it into smaller sections. Replant the sections in a well-draining soil mix in a sunny location. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate air circulation.
Where to Find Pilosella aletschensis
Pilosella aletschensis is native to the Alps and can be found in rocky grasslands and open woodlands.
Pilosella aletschensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pilosella aletschensis?
Pilosella aletschensis
What is the common name of Pilosella aletschensis?
Aletch Hawkweed
What is the natural habitat of Pilosella aletschensis?
Alpine meadows and grasslands
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,