Status:
valid
Authors:
Borbás
Source:
gcc
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
Természettud. Közl. 26: 498. 1894
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130412
Common Names
- Liptov Hawkweed
- Liptov Hawk's-beard
- Liptov Hawk's-claw
Description
Hieracium liptoviense (also called Liptov Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Central and Eastern Europe. It has hairy stems and leaves, and yellow flower heads. It prefers to grow in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Hieracium liptoviense is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat liver and gallbladder diseases and as an anti-inflammatory.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Hieracium liptoviense sub. borzawae (Woł. & Zahn) Zahn
Hieracium liptoviense sub. liptoviense
Hieracium liptoviense sub. amaurosphaera Vetter & Zahn
Hieracium liptoviense sub. coinotokum O.Behr, E.Behr & Zahn
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hieracium liptoviense is a yellow disc floret surrounded by yellow ray florets. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hieracium liptoviense is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the seeds should germinate within 4-6 weeks.
Where to Find Hieracium liptoviense
Hieracium liptoviense is native to Slovakia and can be found in the Liptov region of the country.
Hieracium liptoviense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hieracium liptoviense?
Hieracium liptoviense
What is the common name of Hieracium liptoviense?
Liptov Hawkweed
What is the family of Hieracium liptoviense?
Asteraceae
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,