Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sommerfeltii
ID:
90866

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindeb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Bot. Not. (1872), 119

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090195



Common Names

  • Summerfelt's Hawkweed
  • Hieracium
  • Hawkweed


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Description

Hieracium sommerfeltii (also called Sommerfelt's Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Arctic regions of Europe and Asia. It has a simple stem, with alternate leaves and small yellow flowers. It is found in dry, sunny areas, such as grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Hieracium sommerfeltii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat inflammation, fever, and digestive problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hieracium sommerfeltii sub. sommerfeltii
Hieracium sommerfeltii sub. clusii (Dichtl) Zahn
Hieracium sommerfeltii sub. degenianum Zahn

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hieracium sommerfeltii is yellow and has a daisy-like shape. The seed is small, black, and has a rough surface. The seedlings have a thick stem and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hieracium sommerfeltii is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer and keep them moist until germination. Once the seedlings are established, they should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Hieracium sommerfeltii

Hieracium sommerfeltii is found in the mountains of Norway, Sweden, and Finland.

Hieracium sommerfeltii FAQ

What are the light requirements of Hieracium sommerfeltii?

Hieracium sommerfeltii prefers bright, indirect sunlight.

What is the ideal temperature range for Hieracium sommerfeltii?

Hieracium sommerfeltii prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

What is the ideal soil type for Hieracium sommerfeltii?

Hieracium sommerfeltii prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

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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