Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
comosa
ID:
32249

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss.) P.D.Jackson

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031578

Common Names

  • Ox-eye Daisy
  • Oxeye Daisy
  • Bull Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Picris comosa comosa [unknown]

Description

Picris comosa (also called Bristly Ox-tongue, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe and North Africa. It has yellow flowers and grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed soils.

Uses & Benefits

Picris comosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in dry areas. It is also used to prevent soil erosion and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Picris comosa has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1.5 cm. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Picris comosa is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance. Propagation can be done by division or seed. Seeds should be sown in spring and the seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Picris comosa

Picris comosa can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.

Picris comosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Picris comosa?

Picris comosa

What is the common name of Picris comosa?

Hairy Hawkweed

What is the natural habitat of Picris comosa?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Picris genus

Picris junnanensis, Picris barbarorum, Picris scaberrima, Picris hieracioides, Picris evae, Picris campylocarpa, Picris conyzoides, Picris strigosa, Picris xylopoda, Picris davurica, Picris willkommii, Picris divaricata, Picris scabra, Picris ohwiana, Picris eichleri, Picris manginiana, Picris babylonica, Picris asplenioides, Picris rivularis, Picris cupuligera, Picris comosa, Picris galilaea, Picris wagenitzii, Picris sinuata, Picris albida, Picris cyrenaica, Picris burbidgeae, Picris davurica, Picris drummondii, Picris junnanensis, Picris hispidissima, Picris kotschyi, Picris hispanica, Picris rhagadioloides, Picris morrisonensis, Picris sulphurea, Picris nuristanica, Picris olympica, Picris angustifolia, Picris compacta, Picris bracteatus, Picris longirostris, Picris hieracioides, Picris amalecitana, Picris cyanocarpa, Picris cyprica, Picris squarrosa, Picris humilis, Picris pauciflora, Picris helminthioides,

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-130531: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.