Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
graecum
ID:
136593

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Heldr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. , ser. 2, 3: 101 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135922

Common Names

  • Greek Hawkweed
  • Hawkweed
  • Hieracium

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Description

Hieracium graecum (also called Greek Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry grasslands and shrublands, typically in areas with rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Hieracium graecum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases, digestive disorders, and respiratory problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hieracium graecum sub. graecum
Hieracium graecum sub. szilyanum J.Wagner & Zahn
Hieracium graecum sub. cylleneum (Halácsy) Zahn

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hieracium graecum is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hieracium graecum is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. Pruning is recommended in the spring to keep the plant looking tidy and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Hieracium graecum

Hieracium graecum can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, especially in Greece and the Aegean Islands.

Hieracium graecum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hieracium graecum?

Hieracium graecum

What is the common name of Hieracium graecum?

Greek Hawkweed

What is the natural habitat of Hieracium graecum?

Dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes

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-96650: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Theodor von Heldreich (1822-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heldr.' in the authors string.