Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
approximatum
ID:
56816

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Cat. Gr. Jard. Dijon 20. 1848

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000056145

Common Names

  • Hawkweed
  • Devil's Paintbrush
  • King Devil

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Description

Hieracium approximatum (also called yellow hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to Europe and Asia. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas, and prefers moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Hieracium approximatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hieracium approximatum is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small achene, with a white pappus. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hieracium approximatum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring and keep the soil moist until germination. Division can be done in the spring or fall when the plant is dormant. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is important to water the plant regularly and fertilize it every few months.

Where to Find Hieracium approximatum

Hieracium approximatum is native to Europe and can be found in grassy areas, such as meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Hieracium approximatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hieracium approximatum?

Hieracium approximatum

What is the common name of Hieracium approximatum?

Approximate hawkweed

Where is Hieracium approximatum found?

Hieracium approximatum is found in western North America.

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,