Hypochaeris oligocephala
Botanical Information
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Hypochaeris |
| Species | oligocephala |
| Category | Perennials, Tropicals, Wildflowers & Weeds |
| Origin | Native to North Western Africa. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 11 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | Greater than 9a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H1c |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | 5 to 10 |
| Temperature (°F) | 40 to 50 |
| Height | 0.1 - 0.2 m |
| Spread | 0.1 - 0.2 m |
| Flowering Period | June, July, August |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | A critically endangered species. Dark green leaves grow from thick stem green stem. |
| Shape | Upright to bushy. |
| Landscape | Container, greenhouse and as a specimen. |
| Propagation | Propagate from seed or cuttings. |
| Cultivation | Humous rich soil that is well-draining in partial shade. |
| Pests | No notable pests or diseases. |
| Notable Specimens | Chelsea Physic Garden, London, United Kingdom. |
| Habitat | Rocky crevices, gravel rich soil on dry cliff sides. |
Photographs
Hypochaeris oligocephala, leaf. Chelsea Physic Garden, London, United Kingdom.
Hypochaeris oligocephala, flower. Chelsea Physic Garden, London, United Kingdom.