Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
siculus
ID:
95561

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Guss.) Finch & P.D.Sell

Source:
gcc

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Syll. Fl. Eur. : 54 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094890



Common Names

  • Leontodon Siculus
  • Siculus Leontodon
  • Siculus's Leontodon


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Description

Leontodon siculus (also called Sicilian Hawkbit, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads.

Uses & Benefits

Leontodon siculus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leontodon siculus has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oblong. The seedlings have a rosette of long, narrow, toothed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leontodon siculus is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept at a temperature of 18-20°C (64-68°F). Once the seedlings have germinated, they should be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or autumn, when the plant is dormant.

Where to Find Leontodon siculus

Leontodon siculus is found in the Mediterranean region, especially in the south of France and Italy.

Leontodon siculus FAQ

What are the common uses of Leontodon siculus?

Leontodon siculus is commonly used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive disorders.

What is the climate requirement for Leontodon siculus?

Leontodon siculus prefers a temperate climate and grows best in areas with an average temperature of 10-20°C.

What is the soil requirement for Leontodon siculus?

Leontodon siculus prefers a well-drained, nutrient-rich soil with a pH of 6-7.

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

Giovanni Gussone (1787-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guss.' in the authors string.
Peter Derek Sell (1929-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.D.Sell' in the authors string.
Robert Alan Finch (1939-2006): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Finch' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:229495-1: Based on the initial data import