Also known as Green Saw (పచ్చ రంపం) · పచ్చ రంపం
Leontodon rigens, the rigid hawkbit, is a flowering plant in the dandelion family Asteraceae. It features yellow, dandelion-like flowers on rigid stems.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers full sun for best flowering and growth. Tolerates partial shade but may be less vigorous.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings during growth, reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures during growth and cooler conditions in winter. Hardy in many climates.
Low
25% intensity
Generally not necessary; a light feed in spring if growth is poor.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in autumn and keep the soil barely moist through winter.
Avoid waterlogging, especially in cooler months, as this can lead to root rot.
Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage more blooms and prevent self-seeding if unwanted. In late autumn or early spring, trim back any dead or straggly foliage to maintain a tidy appearance and promote new growth from the base.
Leontodon rigens is easily propagated by seed. Sow seeds in autumn or early spring in well-drained compost.
They can also be propagated by division of clumps in spring or autumn, though this is less common for this species.
Repot young plants annually or biennially in spring as needed, moving them to a slightly larger pot with fresh, well-draining potting mix. Mature plants in the ground typically do not require repotting and are best left undisturbed.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Rigid Hawkbit (Leontodon rigens)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Leontodon |
| Species | Leontodon rigens |
Similar in genus Leontodon
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