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Definitions for: Hawkweed
[n] any of numerous often hairy plants of the genus Hieracium having yellow or orange flowers that resemble the dandelion
[n] any of various plants of the genus Pilosella
Webster (1913) Definition: Hawk"weed` (-w[=e]d`), n. (Bot.)
(a) A plant of the genus Hieracium; -- so called from the
ancient belief that birds of prey used its juice to
strengthen their vision.
(b) A plant of the genus Senecio (S. hieracifolius).
--Loudon.
See Also: genus Hieracium, genus Pilosella, herb, herbaceous plant, Hieracium, Hieracium pilocella, Hieracium venosum, mouse-ear hawkweed, Pilosella, Pilosella officinarum, rattlesnake weed
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