Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oxylepis
ID:
138020

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Heldr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 11: 40 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137349

Common Names

  • Leontodon Oxylepis
  • Oxylepis Hawkbit
  • Hawkbit

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Description

Leontodon oxylepis (also called Sharp-leaved Hawkbit, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a rosette of basal leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in alpine meadows, grasslands, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Leontodon oxylepis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Leontodon oxylepis var. divaricatus (Boiss.) Kupicha

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leontodon oxylepis has yellow, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leontodon oxylepis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can also be grown in containers.

Where to Find Leontodon oxylepis

Leontodon oxylepis is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and other areas with moist soil.

Leontodon oxylepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leontodon oxylepis?

Leontodon oxylepis

What is the common name of Leontodon oxylepis?

Sharp-leaved Hawkbit

Where is Leontodon oxylepis found?

Leontodon oxylepis is found in Europe

Species in the Leontodon genus

Leontodon taraxacoides, Leontodon dentatus, Leontodon longirostris, Leontodon anomalus, Leontodon dubius, Leontodon hirtus, Leontodon tingitanus, Leontodon hispidus, Leontodon djurdjurae, Leontodon hyoseroides, Leontodon incanus, Leontodon bourgaeanus, Leontodon crispus, Leontodon maroccanus, Leontodon atlanticus, Leontodon hellenicus, Leontodon saxatilis, Leontodon kulczynskii, Leontodon intermedius, Leontodon pratensis, Leontodon brancsikii, Leontodon dubius, Leontodon vegetus, Leontodon hugueninii, Leontodon ambiguus, Leontodon pinetorum, Leontodon graecus, Leontodon boryi, Leontodon biscutellifolius, Leontodon rigens, Leontodon farinosus, Leontodon intermedius, Leontodon libanoticus, Leontodon berinii, Leontodon dubius, Leontodon kotschyi, Leontodon siculus, Leontodon tenuiflorus, Leontodon pitardii, Leontodon eriopodus, Leontodon apulus, Leontodon asperrimus, Leontodon filii, Leontodon rosani, Leontodon tuberosus, Leontodon boryi, Leontodon siculus, Leontodon stenocalathius, Leontodon caucasicus, Leontodon oxylepis,

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-98034: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Theodor von Heldreich (1822-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heldr.' in the authors string.