Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ovaliforme
ID:
85072

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.D.Sell

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Fl. Gr. Brit. Ireland 4: 541 (311) (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084401

Common Names

  • Oval-leaved Hawkweed
  • Oval Hawkweed
  • Oval-leaved Mouse-ear

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Description

Hieracium ovaliforme (also called Oval-leaved hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial plant in the Asteraceae family. It has a thin, woody stem that can grow up to 1 meter tall and has small, yellow flowers. It is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hieracium ovaliforme is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hieracium ovaliforme is yellow, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped achene. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hieracium ovaliforme is a perennial plant that is native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun and can tolerate drought. It is best grown in a sunny spot with well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed in autumn.

Where to Find Hieracium ovaliforme

Hieracium ovaliforme can be found in the western United States, from California to Montana.

Hieracium ovaliforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hieracium ovaliforme?

Hieracium ovaliforme

What is the common name of Hieracium ovaliforme?

Oval-leaved Hawkweed

What is the growth habit of Hieracium ovaliforme?

It is a perennial herb with a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers.

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-40847: Based on the initial data import
Peter Derek Sell (1929-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.D.Sell' in the authors string.