Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7(1): 91 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000095407
Common Names
- Cat's Ear
- False Dandelion
- Hawaiian Dandelion
Synonyms
- Hypochaeris glabra dimorpha (Salzm.) Maire [unknown]
- Hypochaeris glabra salzmanniana (DC.) Coss. [unknown]
- Hypochaeris glabra arrhyncha Maire [unknown]
- Hypochaeris glabra salzmanniana (DC.) Maire [unknown]
Description
Hypochaeris salzmanniana (also called Salzmann's cat's-ear, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to Europe and North Africa. It prefers dry, sandy soils and is often found in meadows, grasslands, and disturbed sites.
Uses & Benefits
Hypochaeris salzmanniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping. It is also used to attract beneficial insects and as a soil stabilizer.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Hypochaeris salzmanniana sub. salzmanniana
Hypochaeris salzmanniana sub. maroccana Förther & Podlech
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hypochaeris salzmanniana is a yellow-orange, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, brown, and have a tuft of white hairs at the top. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypochaeris salzmanniana is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Hypochaeris salzmanniana
Hypochaeris salzmanniana is native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It can be found in moist meadows, grasslands, and woodlands.
Hypochaeris salzmanniana FAQ
What are the common names of Hypochaeris salzmanniana?
Common names of Hypochaeris salzmanniana include common cat's-ear, flatweed, and flat-top hawkweed.
What is the growth habit of Hypochaeris salzmanniana?
Hypochaeris salzmanniana is a perennial herb that grows in clumps and can reach up to 2 feet in height.
What is the native range of Hypochaeris salzmanniana?
Hypochaeris salzmanniana is native to Europe, Asia, and North America.
Species in the Hypochaeris genus
Hypochaeris cretensis,
Hypochaeris thrincioides,
Hypochaeris acaulis,
Hypochaeris glabra,
Hypochaeris sardoa,
Hypochaeris balbisii,
Hypochaeris saldensis,
Hypochaeris sessiliflora,
Hypochaeris albiflora,
Hypochaeris eriolaena,
Hypochaeris melanolepis,
Hypochaeris catharinensis,
Hypochaeris claryi,
Hypochaeris sardoa,
Hypochaeris clarionoides,
Hypochaeris maculata,
Hypochaeris arenaria,
Hypochaeris grandidentata,
Hypochaeris facchiniana,
Hypochaeris tenuifolia,
Hypochaeris mucida,
Hypochaeris incana,
Hypochaeris variegata,
Hypochaeris nahuelvutae,
Hypochaeris spathulata,
Hypochaeris setosa,
Hypochaeris grisebachii,
Hypochaeris ciliata,
Hypochaeris chubutensis,
Hypochaeris apargioides,
Hypochaeris robertia,
Hypochaeris parodii,
Hypochaeris palustris,
Hypochaeris elata,
Hypochaeris patagonica,
Hypochaeris achyrophorus,
Hypochaeris arachnoides,
Hypochaeris hookeri,
Hypochaeris lutea,
Hypochaeris dolosa,
Hypochaeris confusa,
Hypochaeris rutea,
Hypochaeris meyeniana,
Hypochaeris alba,
Hypochaeris caespitosa,
Hypochaeris microcephala,
Hypochaeris angustifolia,
Hypochaeris leontodontoides,
Hypochaeris tenuiflora,
Hypochaeris hohenackeri,
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,