Meadow Hawkweed Complex

( Hieracium caespitosum )

Yellow, dandelion-type flower heads 1/2 inch to 3/4 inch in diameter
Spatula-shaped leaves dark green on top and light green underneath – typically 4-6 inches long
Excrete a milky sap when injured with hairy stems and leaves
Height 2 – 3 feet

Type	Information
Toxicity	Non-toxic.
Control	Mechanical, herbicide, biological and grazing. Contact your County Weed District or local Applicator for more information.
Habitat	Forest openings, abandoned fields, clearcuts and roadsides.
Root	Extensive shallow root system.
Leaf Shape	Narrow, lance-shaped.
Lifespan	Perennial; two years or longer.
Priority 2A Weed	Common in isolated areas of Montana.
Similar Looking Plants	Orange mountain dandelion.
Important Information	Flowers bloom in May to June on leafless flower stalks. Seeds remain viable in the soil up to 7 years. Plant has been reported to be allelopathic (inhibiting growth of other plants) and spreads by creeping stolons.