hawkweed (Meaning)
hawkweed (n)
any of various plants of the genus Pilosella
any of numerous often hairy plants of the genus Hieracium having yellow or orange flowers that resemble the dandelion
hawkweed (n.)
A plant of the genus Hieracium; -- so called from the ancient belief that birds of prey used its juice to strengthen their vision.
A plant of the genus Senecio (S. hieracifolius).
Synonyms & Antonyms of hawkweed
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hawkweed Sentence Examples
- The fields were a vibrant tapestry of orange and yellow, with hawkweed blooming profusely.
- The hawkweed's daisy-like flowers stood out boldly against the green grass.
- The hawkweed's invasive nature made it a nuisance to farmers, as it choked out native plants.
- Bees and butterflies eagerly visited hawkweed flowers, attracted by their abundant nectar.
- The hawkweed's taproot extended deeply into the soil, anchoring it firmly in its habitat.
- Children delighted in making daisy chains from hawkweed flowers, creating ephemeral necklaces.
- The hawkweed's scientific name, Hieracium, reflects its distinctive hawk-like appearance.
- Traditional herbalists believed hawkweed possessed medicinal properties, using it to treat various ailments.
- The hawkweed's ability to spread rapidly made it a pioneer species, colonizing disturbed areas.
- The orange hawkweed (Hieracium aurantiacum) is a particularly invasive species, posing a threat to biodiversity.
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any of various plants of the genus Pilosella, any of numerous often hairy plants of the genus Hieracium having yellow or orange flowers that resemble the dandel
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The fields were a vibrant tapestry of orange and yellow, with hawkweed blooming profusely.
The hawkweed's daisy-like flowers stood out boldly against the green grass.
The hawkweed's invasive nature made it a nuisance to farmers, as it choked out native plants.
Bees and butterflies eagerly visited hawkweed flowers, attracted by their abundant nectar.
