Status:
valid
Authors:
Pugsley
Source:
gcc
Year:
1942
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 79: 180 (1942)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133785
Common Names
- Scarpic Hieracium
- Scarpicum Hieracium
- Scarpic Hawkweed
Description
Hieracium scarpicum (also called 'Scarpic Hawkweed', among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to the western United States and is found in grasslands, meadows, and other open areas. It has long, lance-shaped leaves and small, yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Hieracium scarpicum is a plant with many medicinal uses, including treating wounds, skin infections, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. The leaves can be used as a flavoring in food and drinks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hieracium scarpicum has yellow flowers, small seeds and seedlings with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hieracium scarpicum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be cultivated in a variety of climates and is hardy to USDA zones 4-9.
Where to Find Hieracium scarpicum
Hieracium scarpicum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, and Italy.
Hieracium scarpicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hieracium scarpicum?
Hieracium scarpicum
What are the common names of Hieracium scarpicum?
Scarp hawkweed, Scarp hawkweed
What is the natural habitat of Hieracium scarpicum?
Hieracium scarpicum is native to Europe, from France to the Caucasus.
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,