Leontodon hispidus
Leontodon hispidus, also known as Rough Hawkbit, is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe and western Asia, and has been introduced to North America.
Description[edit | edit source]
Leontodon hispidus is a perennial herb that grows up to 60 cm tall. The leaves are arranged in a basal rosette and are lanceolate to oblanceolate, with toothed margins. The inflorescence is a solitary head borne on a leafless stem. The flowers are yellow and bloom from May to October.
Distribution and habitat[edit | edit source]
Leontodon hispidus is native to Europe and western Asia, and has been introduced to North America. It is found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, meadows, pastures, and roadsides. It prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate drought.
Ecology[edit | edit source]
Leontodon hispidus is a food source for various insects, including bees and butterflies. It is also a host plant for the larvae of some species of Lepidoptera.
Uses[edit | edit source]
Leontodon hispidus has been used in traditional medicine for its purported diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties. However, there is limited scientific evidence to support these uses.
Conservation[edit | edit source]
Leontodon hispidus is not currently considered to be at risk of extinction. However, like many wild plants, it may be threatened by habitat loss due to human activities.
See also[edit | edit source]
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