Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sphenophyllum
ID:
85910

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dahlst.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 17(2): 15 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085239

Common Names

  • Sphenophyllum Hawkweed
  • Sphenophyll Hawkweed
  • Sphenophyllum Mouse-ear

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Description

Hieracium sphenophyllum (also called Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with small, yellow flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in dry, open areas, such as roadsides, fields, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hieracium sphenophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hieracium sphenophyllum has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single style. The seeds are small, black and oblong. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hieracium sphenophyllum is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or cuttings taken in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Hieracium sphenophyllum

Hieracium sphenophyllum is found in Europe, particularly in the Mediterranean region.

Hieracium sphenophyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hieracium sphenophyllum?

Hieracium sphenophyllum

What type of plant is Hieracium sphenophyllum?

It is a perennial herb.

Where is Hieracium sphenophyllum found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region.

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,