Status:
valid
Authors:
Johanss.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Jamtl. Hierac. 23. 1914 ; Johansson in Arkiv Bot., Stockh. xxi. A. No. 15, 51 (1928).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022921
Common Names
- Hieracium umbricoliforme
- Darkgreen Hawkweed
- Darkgreen Hieracium
Description
Hieracium umbricoliforme (also called umbricoliform hawkweed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and it typically grows in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands. It has yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Hieracium umbricoliforme is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it produces attractive yellow flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hieracium umbricoliforme is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a rosette shape.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hieracium umbricoliforme is a perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Water regularly and keep the soil moist. Division can be done in spring or fall. Dig up the plant and divide the roots into several sections. Replant the sections in moist soil and water regularly.
Where to Find Hieracium umbricoliforme
Hieracium umbricoliforme can be found in the alpine and subalpine regions of Europe, including the Alps, Pyrenees, and Carpathians.
Hieracium umbricoliforme FAQ
What type of plant is Hieracium umbricoliforme?
Hieracium umbricoliforme is a perennial herbaceous plant.
Where is Hieracium umbricoliforme found?
Hieracium umbricoliforme is found in Europe and Asia.
What is the growth habit of Hieracium umbricoliforme?
Hieracium umbricoliforme has an upright, clumping habit.
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,