Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
myrtillinum
ID:
10826

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Johanss. ex Dahlst.) T.Tyler

Source:
gcc

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 41(2): 141 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010155



Common Names

  • Hieracium myrtillinum
  • Myrtle Hawkweed
  • Myrtle Mouse-ear


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Description

Hieracium myrtillinum (also called White Globe Thistle, White Globe-flower Thistle, and White Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 1.2 m in height and has a woody base. Its leaves are spiny and its flowers are white. It is found in grasslands, scrublands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Hieracium myrtillinum 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, inflammation, and skin problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hieracium myrtillinum is a small, white, daisy-like flower, with a diameter of about 0.5 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, with a diameter of about 0.3 cm. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hieracium myrtillinum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by dividing the clumps in spring or by sowing the seeds in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Hieracium myrtillinum

Hieracium myrtillinum is native to the mountains of Central Europe and can be found in the alpine meadows of the region.

Hieracium myrtillinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hieracium myrtillinum?

Hieracium myrtillinum

What is the common name of Hieracium myrtillinum?

Myrtle hawkweed

What is the natural habitat of Hieracium myrtillinum?

Hieracium myrtillinum is found in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands in Europe.

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

Karl Johansson (1856-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Johanss.' in the authors string.
Gustav Adolf Hugo Dahlstedt (1856-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dahlst.' in the authors string.
Torbjörn Tyler (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Tyler' in the authors string.