Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
riddelsdellii
ID:
73346

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pugsley

Source:
gcc

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 79: 181 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072675



Common Names

  • Riddelsdell Hawkweed
  • Riddelsdell's Hawkweed
  • Hawkweed


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Description

Hieracium riddelsdellii (also called Riddelsdell's Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has yellow flower heads that are up to 2 cm in diameter. It is native to Europe and parts of Asia. It is commonly found in meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hieracium riddelsdellii is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hieracium riddelsdellii has yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hieracium riddelsdellii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown from seed, but it takes a long time for the seedlings to mature. It is also susceptible to slugs and snails.

Where to Find Hieracium riddelsdellii

Hieracium riddelsdellii is native to Europe, including the UK, France, and Germany. It can be found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.

Hieracium riddelsdellii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hieracium riddelsdellii?

Hieracium riddelsdellii

What is the family of Hieracium riddelsdellii?

Asteraceae

What is the natural habitat of Hieracium riddelsdellii?

Grasslands and meadows

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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