Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
peristericum
ID:
85319

Status:
valid

Authors:
Zahn

Source:
gcc

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. Compos. Hierac. 591 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084648

Common Names

  • Perister's Hawkweed
  • Hieracium Peristericum
  • Perister's Hieracium

Searching for Hieracium peristericum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Hieracium peristericum (also called Common Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers. It typically grows in grassy areas, and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hieracium peristericum is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also known for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hieracium peristericum sub. peristericum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hieracium peristericum is yellow, with a single head and a ray of yellow petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

Searching for Hieracium peristericum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Hieracium peristericum is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best grown in a sheltered spot and can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Hieracium peristericum

Hieracium peristericum can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Hieracium peristericum FAQ

What are the growing requirements of Hieracium peristericum?

Hieracium peristericum requires full sun to partial shade, well-drained soil, and regular watering.

What type of soil is best for Hieracium peristericum?

Hieracium peristericum prefers a sandy, loamy soil with good drainage.

How often should Hieracium peristericum be watered?

Hieracium peristericum should be watered regularly, but not too often, to avoid overwatering.

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