Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
orthoglossum
ID:
39115

Status:
valid

Authors:
Arv.-Touv. & Gaut.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 51(Sess. Extraord.): lxxvi (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038444

Common Names

  • Hieracium
  • Orthoglossum Hawkweed
  • Tall Hawkweed

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Description

Hieracium orthoglossum (also called Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with small yellow flowers and oval-shaped leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in moist, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hieracium orthoglossum is used as an ornamental plant, for its essential oils, and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hieracium orthoglossum is a yellow-orange disc floret, with a single row of yellow ray florets. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a short, white pappus. The seedlings are small, with a single, narrow leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hieracium orthoglossum is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Europe. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny position. Division is done in spring or autumn by dividing the clumps of plants.

Where to Find Hieracium orthoglossum

Hieracium orthoglossum is native to Europe, and is found in Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Spain, Switzerland, and Ukraine.

Hieracium orthoglossum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hieracium orthoglossum?

Hieracium orthoglossum

What is the natural habitat of Hieracium orthoglossum?

It is found in dry areas of Europe, including Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.

What are the common uses of Hieracium orthoglossum?

It is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a food source.

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-137169: Based on the initial data import
Casimir Arvet-Touvet (1841-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arv.-Touv.' in the authors string.
Gaston Gautier (1841-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gaut.' in the authors string.