Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bombycinum
ID:
70710

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Reut. ex Fr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Epicr. Gen. Hierac. 50. 1862

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070039

Common Names

  • Woolly Hawkweed
  • Hairy Hawkweed
  • Golden Hawkweed

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Description

Hieracium bombycinum (also called woolly hawkweed, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Europe. It has small, oval-shaped leaves with a velvety texture. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hieracium bombycinum is a medicinal plant used for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive disorders, fever, and skin diseases. Outside of medicinal uses, Hieracium bombycinum can be used as a natural dye for fabrics and food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hieracium bombycinum is a yellow-orange color and has a daisy-like shape. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Goniothalamus calvicarpus is a small tree native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before being placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Hieracium bombycinum

Hieracium bombycinum is found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas in Europe, Asia, and North America.

Hieracium bombycinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hieracium bombycinum?

Hieracium bombycinum

What is the natural habitat of Hieracium bombycinum?

It is found in tropical rainforests of South America

What is the size of Hieracium bombycinum?

It is a small shrub, usually reaching a height of 1-2 m

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,

References

Elias Magnus Fries (1794-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fr.' in the authors string.
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
George François Reuter (1805-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reut.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:215493-1: Based on the initial data import