Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rostanii
ID:
52454

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nägeli & Peter

Source:
gcc

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Hierac. Mitt.-Eur. 2: 229 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000051783

Common Names

  • Rostan's Hawkweed
  • Rostan's Hieracium
  • Rostan's Mouse-ear

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Description

Hieracium rostanii (also called 'Rostan's Hawkweed', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to Europe and Asia. It has a woody stem and produces yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, shrublands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hieracium rostanii has been used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hieracium rostanii sub. rostanii
Hieracium rostanii sub. centroalpinum Gottschl. & Brandst.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hieracium rostanii is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is an achene with a pappus of white hairs. The seedlings are yellowish green and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hieracium rostanii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Plants should be spaced 30-45 cm apart.

Where to Find Hieracium rostanii

Hieracium rostanii is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, and is most common in Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Hieracium rostanii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hieracium rostanii?

Hieracium rostanii

What is the common name of Hieracium rostanii?

Rostan's Hawkweed

What is the family of Hieracium rostanii?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-150335: Based on the initial data import
Albert Peter (1853-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Peter' in the authors string.
Carl Nägeli (1817-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nägeli' in the authors string.