Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
khekianum
ID:
83140

Status:
valid

Authors:
Zahn

Source:
gcc

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Fl. Schweiz 2: 319 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000082469

Common Names

  • Hieracium khekianum
  • Kheki Hawkweed
  • Kheki Mouse-ear

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Description

Hieracium khekianum (also called Kheki's hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It has a single stem that grows up to 30 cm tall, and is topped with a single yellow flower. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hieracium khekianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hieracium khekianum has small, yellow flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hieracium khekianum is a perennial herb native to Europe. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in early spring. Dig up the clumps and divide them into smaller pieces, making sure each piece has a good root system. Replant the divisions in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist.

Where to Find Hieracium khekianum

Hieracium khekianum is native to Europe and can be found in moist, grassy areas in France, Germany, and Switzerland.

Hieracium khekianum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Hieracium khekianum?

Hieracium khekianum is commonly found in dry, open woodlands and prairies in Europe and Asia.

What is the ideal soil type for Hieracium khekianum?

Hieracium khekianum prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

How often should Hieracium khekianum be watered?

Hieracium khekianum should be watered once a week during the growing season and once a month during the winter.

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,

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