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
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.
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 Trichogyne 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,