Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 800 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072634
Common Names
- Alpine Hawkweed
- Alpine Mouse-ear
- Alpine Hawk's-beard
Description
Hieracium alpinum (also called Alpine Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has yellow flower heads that are up to 2 cm in diameter. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It is commonly found in alpine meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Hieracium alpinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It can also be used as a natural dye and as a food source.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Hieracium alpinum sub. gymnogenum Zahn
Hieracium alpinum sub. augusti-bayeri Zlatník
Hieracium alpinum sub. tubulosum (Tausch) Zahn
Hieracium alpinum sub. eximiiforme Dahlst.
Hieracium alpinum sub. pseudofritzei Benz & Zahn
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hieracium alpinum has small, yellow flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hieracium alpinum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and mulched to retain moisture. It can be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer in spring and summer.
Where to Find Hieracium alpinum
Hieracium alpinum can be found in the mountainous regions of southeastern Europe, including the Balkans, Turkey, and the Caucasus.
Hieracium alpinum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hieracium alpinum?
Hieracium alpinum
What are the common names of Hieracium alpinum?
Alpine hawkweed
What is the natural habitat of Hieracium alpinum?
Mountainous regions of Europe and Asia
Species in the Hieracium genus
Hieracium aragonense,
Hieracium convergens,
Hieracium claricolor,
Hieracium criniculosum,
Hieracium amphichnoum,
Hieracium shoolbredii,
Hieracium trachlosimum,
Hieracium phaedrocheilon,
Hieracium irasuense,
Hieracium moravicum,
Hieracium glaucopsis,
Hieracium gigantum,
Hieracium calliglaucum,
Hieracium subfusciviride,
Hieracium villattingense,
Hieracium supernatum,
Hieracium austurgilense,
Hieracium cuspididentatum,
Hieracium adspersum,
Hieracium grandifolium,
Hieracium hypochoeroides,
Hieracium spathulatum,
Hieracium stenolomoides,
Hieracium berganum,
Hieracium guthnikianum,
Hieracium glanduliceps,
Hieracium semianglicum,
Hieracium amplificatum,
Hieracium subacuens,
Hieracium lanifolium,
Hieracium sanguineum,
Hieracium palenicae,
Hieracium webbianum,
Hieracium lugae-pljussae,
Hieracium argospathum,
Hieracium breconicola,
Hieracium turritifolium,
Hieracium sermonikense,
Hieracium pedunculare,
Hieracium parnassi,
Hieracium exaltans,
Hieracium ruminosiforme,
Hieracium carpetanum,
Hieracium subanfractum,
Hieracium albiduliforme,
Hieracium pallidivirens,
Hieracium niveicuspis,
Hieracium asteroloma,
Hieracium pollinense,
Hieracium azerbaijanense,
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,