Hypochaeris — 6 species

Botanical species in the genus Hypochaeris recorded in the PlantPeers database.

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Hypochaeris apargioides

Hypochaeris apargioides

Family: Asteraceae

Cultivation

We have almost no information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in this country, nor do we know its cultivation needs.

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Hypochaeris glabra

Hypochaeris glabra

Family: Asteraceae

Cultivation

Requires a light to medium well-drained soil in a sunny position.

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Hypochaeris incana

Hypochaeris incana

Family: Asteraceae

Cultivation

We have almost no information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though it is likely to succeed outdoors at least in the milder areas of the country. It is likely to require a light free-draining soil and a sunny position. It should also be tolerant of maritime exposure.

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Hypochaeris maculata

Hypochaeris maculata

Family: Asteraceae

Cultivation

Requires a well-drained soil and a sunny position, growing well on chalky soils.

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Hypochaeris radicata

Hypochaeris radicata

Family: Asteraceae

Cultivation

Requires a well-drained soil and a sunny position or light shade. Another report says that it dislikes shade. A common lawn weed.

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Hypochaeris scorzonerae

Hypochaeris scorzonerae

Family: Asteraceae

Cultivation

We have almost no information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in this country, nor do we know its cultivation needs.

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