Description
Hieracium aggregatifolium (also called clustered hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It has a stout stem, and its leaves are oblong-lanceolate, with a serrated margin. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Hieracium aggregatifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hieracium aggregatifolium is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped achene. The seedlings have a basal rosette of spiny, lobed leaves.
Where to Find Hieracium aggregatifolium
Hieracium aggregatifolium is native to Europe and can be found in Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Romania, and Spain.