Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gigantellum
ID:
89302

Status:
valid

Authors:
Litv. & Zahn

Source:
gcc

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 4: 325 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000088631

Common Names

  • Giant Hawkweed
  • Giant Mouse-Ear
  • Giant Hawk's-Beard

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Description

Hieracium gigantellum (also called Giant Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Mexico and Central America. It grows to a height of 1-2 meters and has yellow flowers. It grows in dry, open areas and is often found in grasslands, scrublands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Hieracium gigantellum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It can also be used as a medicinal plant to treat skin disorders, digestive problems, and respiratory issues.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hieracium gigantellum sub. adenobrachion Litv. & Zahn
Hieracium gigantellum sub. streptotrichum (Sosn. & Zahn) Zahn
Hieracium gigantellum sub. gigantellum
Hieracium gigantellum sub. podkumokense (Üksip) Greuter
Hieracium gigantellum sub. orthocladum (Zahn) Zahn

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hieracium gigantellum are white, with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hieracium gigantellum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and the divisions should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Hieracium gigantellum

Hieracium gigantellum is native to Europe and can be found in the United Kingdom, Ireland, France, Germany, and Switzerland.

Hieracium gigantellum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hieracium gigantellum?

Hieracium gigantellum

What is the common name of Hieracium gigantellum?

Giant Hawkweed

What is the natural habitat of Hieracium gigantellum?

Mountain meadows and grasslands

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-44962: Based on the initial data import
Dmitry Litvinov (1855-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Litv.' in the authors string.
Karl Hermann Zahn (1865-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zahn' in the authors string.