Status:
valid
Authors:
Zahn
Source:
gcc
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
in Vandas, Reliq. Formanek. 532. 1909
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026077
Common Names
- Ossa's Hawkweed
- Ossa's Hieracium
- Ossa's Mouse-ear
Description
Hieracium ossaeum (also called 'Alpine Hawkweed', among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows up to 15 cm tall. It is native to the Alps and other mountain ranges in Europe and Asia, and is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Hieracium ossaeum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as an ingredient in herbal teas. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and sedative properties and is used to treat digestive problems, headaches, and skin conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hieracium ossaeum has small, yellow flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard shell. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with serrated edges.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hieracium ossaeum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be divided in spring or fall. It is tolerant of drought and can tolerate poor soils.
Where to Find Hieracium ossaeum
Hieracium ossaeum can be found in the mountains of Central and Southern Europe.
Hieracium ossaeum FAQ
What are the common names of Hieracium ossaeum?
Common names of Hieracium ossaeum include mountain hawkweed and Ossa hawkweed.
What is the native range of Hieracium ossaeum?
Hieracium ossaeum is native to the mountains of central and southern Europe.
What type of habitat does Hieracium ossaeum prefer?
Hieracium ossaeum prefers dry, sunny habitats such as rocky slopes and grasslands.
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,