Status:
valid
Authors:
(Sch.Bip.) Sch.Bip. & F.W.Schultz
Source:
gcc
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
Flora 45: 438 (1862)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000091815
Common Names
- Pilosella Magellanica
- Magellanica Hawkweed
- Magellan Hawkweed
Synonyms
- Hieracium magellanicum Sch.Bip. [unknown]
- Hieracium antarcticum fuegiensis Speg. [unknown]
- Pilosella myosotidifolia (Sch.Bip.) Sch.Bip. & F.W.Schultz [unknown]
- Hieracium antarcticum d'Urv. [unknown]
- Hieracium antarcticum antarcticum [unknown]
- Hieracium gracile antarcticum Zahn [unknown]
- Hieracium gracile myosotidifolium (Sch.Bip.) Zahn [unknown]
- Hieracium antarcticum myosotidifolium (Sch.Bip.) Sleumer [unknown]
- Hieracium gracile andinum (Phil.) Zahn [unknown]
- Hieracium triste Macloskie [unknown]
- Hieracium andinum Phil. [unknown]
- Hieracium myosotidifolium Sch.Bip. [unknown]
- Hieracium antarctica fuegiensis Speg. [unknown]
Description
Pilosella magellanica (also called 'Magellan Hawkweed', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a single stem with small yellow flowers. It is found in open grasslands and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pilosella magellanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pilosella magellanica has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are black and oval-shaped. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pilosella magellanica is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It is best to water regularly and fertilize lightly.
Where to Find Pilosella magellanica
Pilosella magellanica is native to Chile and Argentina.
Pilosella magellanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pilosella magellanica?
Pilosella magellanica
What is the common name of Pilosella magellanica?
Magellan Hawkweed
What is the natural habitat of Pilosella magellanica?
Grassy areas, meadows, and pastures
Species in the Pilosella genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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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,