Status:
valid
Authors:
Folin
Source:
gcc
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 24A(1): 47 (1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114161
Common Names
- Firm-Leaved Hawkweed
- Firm-Leaved Mouse-Ear
- Firm-Leaved Hawk's-Beard
Description
Hieracium firmipilum (also called Firm-leaved 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 firmipilum 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 firmipilum 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hieracium firmipilum is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a month.
Where to Find Hieracium firmipilum
Hieracium firmipilum is native to the mountains of central and southern Europe. It can be found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.
Hieracium firmipilum FAQ
What are the ideal growing conditions for Hieracium firmipilum?
Hieracium firmipilum prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
What is the best way to propagate Hieracium firmipilum?
Hieracium firmipilum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and cuttings should be taken in the summer.
What pests and diseases affect Hieracium firmipilum?
Hieracium firmipilum is generally pest and disease free, but can be susceptible to fungal diseases such as powdery mildew and root rot.
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
Th. Folin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Folin' in the authors string.