Family: Asteraceae
Author: Lindeb.
Bibliography: Bot. Not. 1882: 127 (1882)
Year: 1882
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Hieracium
Vegetable: False
Observations: Europe to W. Siberia
Description
Fine-bracted hawkweed, scientifically known as Hieracium diaphanoides, is an intriguing member of the Asteraceae family, noted for its distinct fine-bracted appearance. Described by Lindeb. in 1882, this particular hawkweed has a significant presence stretching across Europe to Western Siberia.
Belonging to a family renowned for its diverse and widespread species, Fine-bracted hawkweed shares the characteristic poise and resilience common among its relatives. It thrives in various habitats, being particularly prevalent in regions with temperate climates. The adaptability of Hieracium diaphanoides allows it to occupy a range of ecological niches, from meadows and forest edges to mountainous terrains.
One of the standout features of Fine-bracted hawkweed is its slender, almost delicate bracts that contribute to its unique aesthetic. These fine bracts not only play a critical role in the plant’s reproductive process but also add to its ornamental value, making it a point of interest for botanists and plant enthusiasts alike.
The plant’s propagation pattern and wide geographical distribution are subjects of ongoing research. This is partly because understanding the spread and ecological impact of Hieracium diaphanoides can provide insights into the evolutionary pathways and adaptive strategies of the Asteraceae family.
In summary, Hieracium diaphanoides is much more than just a fine-bracted hawkweed. It is a testament to the evolutionary ingenuity of the Asteraceae family, contributing to the rich tapestry of flora across Europe and Western Siberia. Its study continues to reveal fascinating details about plant adaptation and ecological relationships in diverse environments.
Common Names
Lit: blyžkioji vanagė
Deu: durchscheinendes habichtskraut
Pol: jastrzębiec przezroczysty
Est: läbipaistev hunditubakas
Lav: puscaurspīdīgā mauraga
Rus: ястребинка прозрачноватая
Eng: fine-bracted hawkweed
Swe: klibbfibbla
En: Fine-bracted Hawkweed
Et: Läbipaistev hunditubakas
Fi: Koivuahokeltano
Fr: Épervière
De: Durchscheinendes Habichtskraut
Lv: Puscaurspīdīgā mauraga
Lt: Blyžkioji vanagė
Pl: Jastrzębiec przezroczysty
Ru: Ястребинка прозрачноватая
Sv: Klibbfibbla
Synonyms
- Hieracium pellocranum (Johanss.)
- Hieracium vulgatum subsp. diaphanoides ((Lindeb.) H.Lindb.)
Distribution
- Austria (native)
- Baltic States (native)
- Belarus (native)
- Czechoslovakia (native)
- Denmark (native)
- East European Russia (native)
- Finland (native)
- France (native)
- Germany (native)
- Great Britain (native)
- Greece (native)
- Hungary (native)
- Italy (native)
- Netherlands (native)
- North European Russi (native)
- Northwest European R (native)
- Norway (native)
- Poland (native)
- Romania (native)
- Sweden (native)
- Switzerland (native)
- Turkey (native)
- Ukraine (native)
- West Siberia (native)
- Yugoslavia (native)
Additional Images
Habit
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Taken Jun 17, 2008 by Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh – Anonymous (cc-by-nc)
Flower
Taken Jun 17, 2008 by Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh – Anonymous (cc-by-nc)
Taken Jun 17, 2008 by Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh – Anonymous (cc-by-nc)
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Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/3136202)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:216856-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Hieracium diaphanoides Lindeb.)