Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Fragm. 1(5): 112 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000075292
Common Names
- Podolepis Hieracioides
- Hawkweed Podolepis
- Hawk's-beard Podolepis
Description
Podolepis hieracioides (also called Podolepis hieracifolia, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Australia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Podolepis hieracioides is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Podolepis hieracioides is a small yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened disc. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Podolepis hieracioides is a perennial plant that is native to the western United States and Canada. It is easy to grow and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Podolepis hieracioides
Podolepis hieracioides can be found in Australia.
Podolepis hieracioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Podolepis hieracioides?
Podolepis hieracioides
What is the family of Podolepis hieracioides?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Podolepis hieracioides?
Hawkweed Daisy
Species in the Podolepis genus
Podolepis longipedata,
Podolepis davisiana,
Podolepis monticola,
Podolepis microcephala,
Podolepis gracilis,
Podolepis capillaris,
Podolepis jaceoides,
Podolepis canescens,
Podolepis auriculata,
Podolepis gardneri,
Podolepis arachnoidea,
Podolepis hieracioides,
Podolepis robusta,
Podolepis rugata,
Podolepis nutans,
Podolepis neglecta,
Podolepis muelleri,
Podolepis lessonii,
Podolepis kendallii,
Podolepis tepperi,
Podolepis omissa,
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,