Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
thrincioides
ID:
2848

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.Rémy) Reiche

Source:
gcc

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Chile 116: 598. 1905

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000002177

Common Names

  • Hypochaeris thrincioides
  • Thrinx Cat's Ear
  • Thrinx Hawkweed

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Description

Hypochaeris thrincioides (also called Greek Cat's Ear, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Greece. It has a basal rosette of leaves with toothed margins, and yellow flower heads. It grows in dry, open areas such as prairies, fields, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Hypochaeris thrincioides is a plant native to Europe and Asia. It has been used for centuries as a medicinal plant, but it also has many non-medical uses. It can be used as a natural dye for fabrics, as a food flavoring, and as a natural insect repellent. It is also used in cosmetics and perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypochaeris thrincioides has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypochaeris thrincioides is a perennial plant that is native to Europe. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from seed.

Where to Find Hypochaeris thrincioides

Hypochaeris thrincioides can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

Hypochaeris thrincioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypochaeris thrincioides?

Hypochaeris thrincioides

What is the common name of Hypochaeris thrincioides?

Thrinax Hawkweed

What is the natural habitat of Hypochaeris thrincioides?

Mountainous regions of Europe

Species in the Hypochaeris genus

Hypochaeris cretensis, Hypochaeris thrincioides, Hypochaeris acaulis, Hypochaeris glabra, Hypochaeris sardoa, Hypochaeris balbisii, Hypochaeris saldensis, Hypochaeris sessiliflora, Hypochaeris albiflora, Hypochaeris eriolaena, Hypochaeris melanolepis, Hypochaeris catharinensis, Hypochaeris claryi, Hypochaeris sardoa, Hypochaeris clarionoides, Hypochaeris maculata, Hypochaeris arenaria, Hypochaeris grandidentata, Hypochaeris facchiniana, Hypochaeris tenuifolia, Hypochaeris mucida, Hypochaeris incana, Hypochaeris variegata, Hypochaeris nahuelvutae, Hypochaeris spathulata, Hypochaeris setosa, Hypochaeris grisebachii, Hypochaeris ciliata, Hypochaeris chubutensis, Hypochaeris apargioides, Hypochaeris robertia, Hypochaeris parodii, Hypochaeris palustris, Hypochaeris elata, Hypochaeris patagonica, Hypochaeris achyrophorus, Hypochaeris arachnoides, Hypochaeris hookeri, Hypochaeris lutea, Hypochaeris dolosa, Hypochaeris confusa, Hypochaeris rutea, Hypochaeris meyeniana, Hypochaeris alba, Hypochaeris caespitosa, Hypochaeris microcephala, Hypochaeris angustifolia, Hypochaeris leontodontoides, Hypochaeris tenuiflora, Hypochaeris hohenackeri,

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-102093: Based on the initial data import
Jules Rémy (1826-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Rémy' in the authors string.
Karl Friedrich Reiche (1860-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reiche' in the authors string.