Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sphaerocephalum
ID:
114850

Status:
valid

Authors:
Froel.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114179

Common Names

  • Hawkweed
  • Devil's-paintbrush
  • Kingdevil

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Synonyms

  • Hieracium sphaerocephalum sphaerocephalum [unknown]

Description

Hieracium sphaerocephalum (also called Round-headed Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to the mountains of Europe, where it grows in meadows, pastures, and other grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hieracium sphaerocephalum is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments. It is known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties, as well as its ability to reduce pain and swelling.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hieracium sphaerocephalum is yellow and has numerous yellow-tipped stamens. Its seeds are small, oval-shaped and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hieracium sphaerocephalum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -20°F. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Hieracium sphaerocephalum

Hieracium sphaerocephalum is native to the mountains of central and southern Europe. It can be found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Hieracium sphaerocephalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hieracium sphaerocephalum?

Hieracium sphaerocephalum

What is the common name of Hieracium sphaerocephalum?

Round-headed hawkweed

What is the natural habitat of Hieracium sphaerocephalum?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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-75686: Based on the initial data import
Josef Aloys Frölich (1766-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Froel.' in the authors string.