Status:
valid
Authors:
Arv.-Touv.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1888
Citation Micro:
Hieracium Alp. Franç. : 98 (1888)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008211
Common Names
- Hieracium Doronicifolium
- Doronicifolium Hieracium
- Hieracium
Description
Hieracium doronicifolium (also called Leopard Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Hieracium doronicifolium has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and diuretic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Hieracium doronicifolium sub. arpillense Zahn
Hieracium doronicifolium sub. neurophyllum (Arv.-Touv.) Greuter
Hieracium doronicifolium sub. doronicifolium
Hieracium doronicifolium sub. silenifolium (Arv.-Touv.) Greuter
Hieracium doronicifolium sub. salaevense (Rapin ex Fr.) Gottschl.
Hieracium doronicifolium sub. pubifrons (Zahn) Greuter
Hieracium doronicifolium sub. seneciiflorum (Arv.-Touv.) Greuter
Hieracium doronicifolium sub. hemileion Zahn
Hieracium doronicifolium sub. scabiosifolium (Arv.-Touv.) Greuter
Hieracium doronicifolium sub. perfixum (Arv.-Touv.) Greuter
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hieracium doronicifolium is yellow, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is small, dark brown and round in shape. The seedlings are thin and long, with a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hieracium doronicifolium is a perennial plant that is native to South Africa. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Division should be done in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Hieracium doronicifolium
Hieracium doronicifolium can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Hieracium doronicifolium FAQ
What is the common name of Hieracium doronicifolium?
Doronicifolium Hawkweed
What is the natural habitat of Hieracium doronicifolium?
Grassy slopes and meadows in the Mediterranean region
What is the flower color of Hieracium doronicifolium?
Yellow
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,