Status:
valid
Authors:
Gottschl.
Source:
gcc
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Linzer Biol. Beitr. 33(1): 586 (2001) (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072848
Common Names
- Hieracium Volaiense
- Volai Hawkweed
- Alpine Hawkweed
Description
Hieracium volaiense (also called Vola's Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It grows to a height of 1-2 feet and has yellow, daisy-like flowers. It is found in open grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Hieracium volaiense is a perennial plant that is often used in gardens as an ornamental plant. It is also known to have medicinal properties, such as being used to treat skin conditions and to reduce inflammation. It can also be used to attract beneficial insects, such as bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hieracium volaiense is a yellow, daisy-like flower, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hieracium volaiense is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in the spring or early summer. The cuttings should be placed in moist soil and kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Hieracium volaiense
Hieracium volaiense can be found in the Pyrenees Mountains of Spain and France.
Hieracium volaiense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hieracium volaiense?
Hieracium volaiense
What is the common name of Hieracium volaiense?
Volai Hawkweed
What is the natural habitat of Hieracium volaiense?
Mountain meadows and rocky slopes
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,