Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hellenicus
ID:
44610

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phitos

Source:
gcc

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 113: 272 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043939



Common Names

  • Leontodon hellenicus
  • Hellenic Leontodon
  • Hellenic Hawkbit


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Description

Leontodon hellenicus (also called Greek Hawkbit, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant that is native to Europe and Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Leontodon hellenicus is a perennial plant that is often used in gardens and landscaping. It has a beautiful yellow flower and is a great addition to any garden. It is also used as a medicinal plant and has been used to treat a variety of ailments including skin infections, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leontodon hellenicus has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leontodon hellenicus is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring and should be kept moist until germination. Division can be done in early spring or late summer. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Leontodon hellenicus

Leontodon hellenicus is native to the Mediterranean region.

Leontodon hellenicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leontodon hellenicus?

Leontodon hellenicus

What is the common name of Leontodon hellenicus?

Hellenic Hawkbit

What is the habitat of Leontodon hellenicus?

It is found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats

Species in the Leontodon genus

Leontodon taraxacoides, Leontodon dentatus, Leontodon longirostris, Leontodon anomalus, Leontodon dubius, Leontodon hirtus, Leontodon tingitanus, Leontodon hispidus, Leontodon djurdjurae, Leontodon hyoseroides, Leontodon incanus, Leontodon bourgaeanus, Leontodon crispus, Leontodon maroccanus, Leontodon atlanticus, Leontodon hellenicus, Leontodon saxatilis, Leontodon kulczynskii, Leontodon intermedius, Leontodon pratensis, Leontodon brancsikii, Leontodon dubius, Leontodon vegetus, Leontodon hugueninii, Leontodon ambiguus, Leontodon pinetorum, Leontodon graecus, Leontodon boryi, Leontodon biscutellifolius, Leontodon rigens, Leontodon farinosus, Leontodon intermedius, Leontodon libanoticus, Leontodon berinii, Leontodon dubius, Leontodon kotschyi, Leontodon siculus, Leontodon tenuiflorus, Leontodon pitardii, Leontodon eriopodus, Leontodon apulus, Leontodon asperrimus, Leontodon filii, Leontodon rosani, Leontodon tuberosus, Leontodon boryi, Leontodon siculus, Leontodon stenocalathius, Leontodon caucasicus, Leontodon oxylepis,

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-142505: Based on the initial data import
Dimitris Phitos (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phitos' in the authors string.