Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Autumn Hawkbit |
| Scientific Name | Scorzoneroides autumnalis |
| MainColor | Yellow |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Distribution |  Native |
| Season Found | June (Jul - Oct) |
| ImageUrl | Scorzoneroides-001 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Abbots Langley |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 03 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | A |
Flower Details
Description
A low-growing perennial wildflower with yellow, dandelion-like flower heads that appear from late summer into autumn. It has slender, branched stems and basal rosettes of narrow leaves. Often confused with dandelions, but its flowers are smaller and less robust.
Distribution
Native to Europe and widespread throughout the UK, especially in grasslands, roadside verges, and meadows.
Medicinal/Other Uses
Traditionally used in folk medicine for digestive issues, though rarely used today.
Edibility
The young leaves are edible in small amounts, similar to dandelion greens, but are bitter.
Human Toxicity
Non_ToxicNo known toxicity to humans or pets.
Pet Toxicity
Not Toxic
Active Compounds
Flavonoids, bitter sesquiterpene lactones
Quality Issue
Focus could be better