Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
uistense
ID:
45611

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pugsley) P.D.Sell & C.West

Source:
gcc

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Watsonia 3: 233 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044940

Common Names

  • Uistense Hawkweed
  • Common Hawkweed
  • Hieracium Uistense

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Synonyms

  • Hieracium clovense uistense Pugsley [unknown]

Description

Hieracium uistense (also called Uist Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with yellow flowers and hairy leaves. It is native to the British Isles and is commonly found in grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Hieracium uistense is a medicinal plant that has been used to treat digestive issues, respiratory problems, and skin conditions. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hieracium uistense is a yellow-orange daisy-like flower with a dark center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedling is a small, thin, light green stem with a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hieracium uistense is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered spot in the garden, as it is not tolerant of cold temperatures. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn, or by seed sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Hieracium uistense

Hieracium uistense is native to Scotland and can be found in grasslands and meadows. It is not widely available in nurseries.

Hieracium uistense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hieracium uistense?

Hieracium uistense

What is the family of Hieracium uistense?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Hieracium uistense?

Uist Hawkweed

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-143467: Based on the initial data import
Peter Derek Sell (1929-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.D.Sell' in the authors string.
Cyril West (1887-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.West' in the authors string.
Herbert William Pugsley (1868-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pugsley' in the authors string.