description Snowdonia Hawkweed Overview
Snowdonia hawkweed, Hieracium snowdoniense, is a critically rare perennial flowering plant endemic to a restricted site in Snowdonia, Wales. It produces yellow hawkweed flower heads and belongs to a genus in the daisy family, Asteraceae. The species was rediscovered in 2002 after having been regarded as extinct for more than 40 years. Its extremely limited range makes it a subject of conservation work and botanical monitoring.
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Where does Snowdonia hawkweed grow?
Snowdonia hawkweed, Hieracium snowdoniense, is endemic to a very restricted site in Snowdonia, Wales. Its extremely narrow range is a major reason it is treated as critically rare.
What color are Snowdonia hawkweed flowers?
The species produces yellow hawkweed flower heads. It belongs to Hieracium, a large genus in the daisy family, Asteraceae.
When was Snowdonia hawkweed rediscovered?
Snowdonia hawkweed was rediscovered in 2002 after it had been considered lost. The rediscovery drew attention to the importance of protecting its small remaining habitat.
Why is Snowdonia hawkweed vulnerable?
A species confined to one highly restricted site can be threatened by changes to habitat, grazing, disturbance, or natural events. Its limited distribution leaves little room for recovery if that site is damaged.
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