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Bauhins Hawkweed Plant Care
Hieracium bauhinii Schwägr. ex Schrank
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With its unique lobed leaves resembling rabbit ears, this plant originating from the Alps is a favorite among plant collectors for its distinct appearance. The Hieracium bauhinii's silver-green foliage adds a touch of whimsy to any garden, making it a popular choice for those seeking to add a touch of charm to their plant collection.
Every 7–14 days
Full sun to partial shade
60–75°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Bauhins Hawkweed?
Water Bauhins Hawkweed every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 60–75°F (16–24°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 2 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Bauhins Hawkweed Native To?
- Albania
- Austria
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czechia
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Moldova
- Montenegro
- North Macedonia
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Russia
- Serbia
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- The Netherlands
- Ukraine
- United Kingdom
What Is the Bauhins Hawkweed?
Bauhins Hawkweed (Hieracium bauhinii) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Hieracium genus. Bauhins Hawkweed is native to Europe and northern Asia. Bauhins Hawkweed is also known as Hieracium adenocladum, Hieracium agathanthum, Hieracium arvorum.
Bauhins Hawkweed displays a low rosette, clumping growth habit, reaching up to 1 ft tall with a spread of approximately . Bauhins Hawkweed produces small yellow clustered flowers in flat-topped clusters.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Bauhins Hawkweed?
Hieracium bauhinii requires watering every 7–14 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–14 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Bauhins Hawkweed Need?
Bauhins Hawkweed thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Bauhins Hawkweed Prefer?
Hieracium bauhinii grows best at temperatures of 60–75°F. Bauhins Hawkweed prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
60–75°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Bauhins Hawkweed?
Well-draining loamy soil with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Bauhins Hawkweed to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Bauhins Hawkweed?
Feed Bauhins Hawkweed every 2 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 2 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Bauhins Hawkweed?
Repot every 1-2 years in early spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Bauhins Hawkweed?
Bauhins Hawkweed can be propagated through seeds, division of offsets. Similar propagation techniques also apply to white-flowered hawkweed plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Bauhins Hawkweed Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Bauhins Hawkweed, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Bauhins Hawkweed?
Bauhins Hawkweed is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, leaf miners. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Bauhins Hawkweed Need?
Bauhins Hawkweed grows outdoors in USDA Zone 4a – 8b. It survives winters down to planting zone 4a. Bauhins Hawkweed is native to Europe and northern Asia.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 4a – 8b
Keep exploring plants
Bauhins Hawkweed is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Hieracium genus — compare its care with other Hieracium species on PlantoScan.
Hieracium is part of the Asteraceae plant family — browse all Asteraceae genera and species.
Bauhins Hawkweed thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
More Hieracium Species
Other Hieracium species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:
Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Hieracium bauhinii Schwägr. ex Schrank, family Asteraceae (first published in Denkschr. Königl.-Baier. Bot. Ges. Regensburg 2: 66. 1822) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Bauhins Hawkweed, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Photo: Bobo-X, CC BY 4.0, iNaturalist — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 4a – 8b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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