Description
Hieracium hoidalicum (also called Hoidal's Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a single stem with a few leaves. The stem is topped with a single yellow flower head. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Hieracium hoidalicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as its leaves can be used to treat skin ailments and its roots can be used to treat digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hieracium hoidalicum has yellow flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hieracium hoidalicum is a perennial plant that prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. Division should be done in spring or early summer, while cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Hieracium hoidalicum
Hieracium hoidalicum is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in moist woodlands, thickets, and along roadsides. It is found in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee.