Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
squarrosa
ID:
128876

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steetz

Source:
gcc

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Pl. Preiss. 1(4): 488 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128205



Common Names

  • Sharp-spiked Hawkweed
  • Squarrose Hawkweed
  • Spiny Hawkweed


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Synonyms

  • Picris hieracioides squarrosa (Steetz) Benth. [unknown]

Description

Picris squarrosa (also called Rough Hawkbit, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to Europe and Asia. It has yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Picris squarrosa is an evergreen shrub that is often used for landscaping and as a hedge. It is also used as an ornamental plant and is known for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Picris squarrosa has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in a head-like cluster. The seeds are small, black, and glossy. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves with toothed edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Picris squarrosa can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and rooted in a moist soil. Both methods should be done in a sunny location.

Where to Find Picris squarrosa

Picris squarrosa is found in the Southwestern United States, including California, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.

Picris squarrosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Picris squarrosa?

Picris squarrosa

What are the common names of Picris squarrosa?

Squarrose Hawkweed

What is the natural habitat of Picris squarrosa?

Meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands

Species in the Picris genus

Picris junnanensis, Picris barbarorum, Picris scaberrima, Picris hieracioides, Picris evae, Picris campylocarpa, Picris conyzoides, Picris strigosa, Picris xylopoda, Picris davurica, Picris willkommii, Picris divaricata, Picris scabra, Picris ohwiana, Picris eichleri, Picris manginiana, Picris babylonica, Picris asplenioides, Picris rivularis, Picris cupuligera, Picris comosa, Picris galilaea, Picris wagenitzii, Picris sinuata, Picris albida, Picris cyrenaica, Picris burbidgeae, Picris davurica, Picris drummondii, Picris junnanensis, Picris hispidissima, Picris kotschyi, Picris hispanica, Picris rhagadioloides, Picris morrisonensis, Picris sulphurea, Picris nuristanica, Picris olympica, Picris angustifolia, Picris compacta, Picris bracteatus, Picris longirostris, Picris hieracioides, Picris amalecitana, Picris cyanocarpa, Picris cyprica, Picris squarrosa, Picris humilis, Picris pauciflora, Picris helminthioides,

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-89192: Based on the initial data import
Joachim Steetz (1804-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steetz' in the authors string.