Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
magellanica
ID:
92486

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

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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.

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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

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.