Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kandawanicum
ID:
34192

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rech.f. & Zahn) Rech.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 122: 173 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033521

Common Names

  • Kandawani Hawkweed
  • Kandawani Mouse-ear Hawkweed
  • Kandawani Kingdevil

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Description

Hieracium kandawanicum (also called Kandawana hawkweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that typically grows to a height of 0.3 to 0.6 m. It is native to Africa, and is commonly found in grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas. It has narrow, linear leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Hieracium kandawanicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as an ingredient in perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hieracium kandawanicum is yellow and daisy-like with many petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hieracium kandawanicum is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can withstand temperatures as low as 10°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every few months.

Where to Find Hieracium kandawanicum

Hieracium kandawanicum is native to Madagascar and can be found in the dry, deciduous forests of the island.

Hieracium kandawanicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hieracium kandawanicum?

Hieracium kandawanicum

What is the common name of Hieracium kandawanicum?

Kandawanicum hawkweed

What is the natural habitat of Hieracium kandawanicum?

It is native to Europe and grows in open, sunny areas.

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-132406: Based on the initial data import
Karl Hermann Zahn (1865-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zahn' in the authors string.
Karl Heinz Rechinger (1906-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rech.f.' in the authors string.