Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parnassi
ID:
2186

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Symb. Hist. Hierac. : 86 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001515



Common Names

  • Parnassius Hawkweed
  • Alpine Hawkweed
  • Hieracium Parnassi


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Description

Hieracium parnassi (also called 'Parnassius Hawkweed', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a single, erect stem that grows up to 0.5 m tall and is covered in small, white hairs. The leaves are lanceolate and have a pungent smell. It grows in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Hieracium parnassi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hieracium parnassi sub. versutum (Griseb.) Zahn

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hieracium parnassi is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hieracium parnassi 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 can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Hieracium parnassi

Hieracium parnassi is native to Europe and can be found in Austria, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, and Switzerland.

Hieracium parnassi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hieracium parnassi?

Hieracium parnassi

What is the common name of Hieracium parnassi?

Parnassi hawkweed

What is the natural habitat of Hieracium parnassi?

It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed 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,

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