Status:
valid
Authors:
Fr.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
Epicr. Gen. Hierac. 131. 1862
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016291
Common Names
- Hieracium cincinnatum
- Cincinnatum Hieracium
- Hieracium
Description
Hieracium cincinnatum (also called Cincinnati Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North America. It has narrow, lance-shaped leaves and grows in dry, rocky areas. It is commonly found in grasslands and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Hieracium cincinnatum is a medicinal plant used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant, as it produces bright yellow flowers.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Hieracium cincinnatum sub. syreistschikovii Zahn
Hieracium cincinnatum sub. armeniacum (Arv.-Touv.) Greuter
Hieracium cincinnatum sub. cincinnatum
Hieracium cincinnatum sub. virosiforme (Woronow & Zahn) Zahn
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Hieracium cincinnatum are small, yellow and star-shaped. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green and have multiple stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hieracium cincinnatum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a sheltered location and can be pruned back in late winter to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Hieracium cincinnatum
Hieracium cincinnatum is native to North America and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.
Hieracium cincinnatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hieracium cincinnatum?
Hieracium cincinnatum
What is the common name of Hieracium cincinnatum?
Cincinnati Hawkweed
What is the natural habitat of Hieracium cincinnatum?
It is native to North America and is found in grasslands and open areas.
Species in the Hieracium genus
Hieracium aragonense,
Hieracium convergens,
Hieracium claricolor,
Hieracium criniculosum,
Hieracium amphichnoum,
Hieracium shoolbredii,
Hieracium trachlosimum,
Hieracium phaedrocheilon,
Hieracium irasuense,
Hieracium moravicum,
Hieracium glaucopsis,
Hieracium gigantum,
Hieracium calliglaucum,
Hieracium subfusciviride,
Hieracium villattingense,
Hieracium supernatum,
Hieracium austurgilense,
Hieracium cuspididentatum,
Hieracium adspersum,
Hieracium grandifolium,
Hieracium hypochoeroides,
Hieracium spathulatum,
Hieracium stenolomoides,
Hieracium berganum,
Hieracium guthnikianum,
Hieracium glanduliceps,
Hieracium semianglicum,
Hieracium amplificatum,
Hieracium subacuens,
Hieracium lanifolium,
Hieracium sanguineum,
Hieracium palenicae,
Hieracium webbianum,
Hieracium lugae-pljussae,
Hieracium argospathum,
Hieracium breconicola,
Hieracium turritifolium,
Hieracium sermonikense,
Hieracium pedunculare,
Hieracium parnassi,
Hieracium exaltans,
Hieracium ruminosiforme,
Hieracium carpetanum,
Hieracium subanfractum,
Hieracium albiduliforme,
Hieracium pallidivirens,
Hieracium niveicuspis,
Hieracium asteroloma,
Hieracium pollinense,
Hieracium azerbaijanense,
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,