Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scapigerum
ID:
94087

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. ex Orph. & Heldr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. ser. 2, 3: 103. 1856 [Nov-Dec 1856]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093416

Common Names

  • Hawkweed
  • Mouse-ear Hawkweed
  • King Devil

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Description

Hieracium scapigerum (also called Stemless Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers and deeply divided leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Hieracium scapigerum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin infections and wounds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hieracium scapigerum sub. falacronense Gottschl., Dunkel & Meierott

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hieracium scapigerum has yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hieracium scapigerum is a perennial plant that is best propagated through division of the root clumps. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly, but avoid overwatering. Fertilize the plant in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Hieracium scapigerum

Hieracium scapigerum is native to Europe and can be found in dry, sunny areas such as meadows, fields, and roadsides.

Hieracium scapigerum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hieracium scapigerum?

Hieracium scapigerum

What is the common name of Hieracium scapigerum?

Stemless Hawkweed

What type of soil does Hieracium scapigerum prefer?

Well-drained, sandy or loamy soils

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Theodor von Heldreich (1822-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heldr.' in the authors string.
Theodoros Georgios Orphanides (1817-1886): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Orph.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:222712-1: Based on the initial data import