Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subalpestre
ID:
77079

Status:
valid

Authors:
Norrl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Acta Soc. Fauna Fl. Fenn. 3(4): 111 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000076408



Common Names

  • Alpine Hawkweed
  • Mountain Hawkweed
  • Alpine Mouse-ear


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Description

Hieracium subalpestre (also called 'Alpine Hawkweed', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It has long, narrow leaves and small yellow flowers. It is found in alpine meadows and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hieracium subalpestre is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hieracium subalpestre is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a white, woolly texture.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hieracium subalpestre is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining soil. Division should be done in late summer or early fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil. Water regularly until the plant is established.

Where to Find Hieracium subalpestre

Hieracium subalpestre is found in the alpine regions of central Europe, from Austria to Italy.

Hieracium subalpestre FAQ

What are the benefits of Hieracium subalpestre?

Hieracium subalpestre is an attractive perennial that provides year-round color and texture to the landscape. It is also drought-tolerant and can be used as a windbreak or privacy screen.

What is the ideal growing environment for Hieracium subalpestre?

Hieracium subalpestre prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is also tolerant of a wide range of soil types and pH levels.

How should Hieracium subalpestre be cared for?

Hieracium subalpestre should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring and summer. Pruning should be done in the late winter or early spring to promote new growth.

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,