Hieracium gigantocephalum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gigantocephalum
ID:
42082
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ósk.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1957
Citation Micro:
Vísindafj. Íslend. xxxi. (Descr. Hierac. Icel.)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041411
Common Names
- Hieracium gigantocephalum
- Giant Hawkweed
- Giant Hieracium
- Hawkweed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hieracium gigantocephalum (also called Giant Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the mountains of Central and Southern Europe. It has large, yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It grows in dry, sunny areas and can be found in the Alps, Pyrenees, and Carpathian Mountains.
Uses & Benefits
Hieracium gigantocephalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hieracium gigantocephalum is a yellow daisy. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single, narrow, pointed leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hieracium gigantocephalum is a perennial herb that grows up to 1m tall. It is native to Europe and is hardy in USDA zones 4-8. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn. The seedlings should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Hieracium gigantocephalum
Hieracium gigantocephalum is found in the mountains of Central and Southern Europe, from Spain to Romania.
Hieracium gigantocephalum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hieracium gigantocephalum?
Hieracium gigantocephalum
What is the common name of Hieracium gigantocephalum?
Giant-headed Hawkweed
What is the habitat of Hieracium gigantocephalum?
It is found in grassy meadows, open woods, and rocky slopes
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-140046: Based on the initial data import
Ingimar Óskarsson (1892-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ósk.' in the authors string.