Cats Ear
Hypochaeris radicata
Full description
Cats Ear is a common perennial plant with generally hairy leaves in a basal rosette and yellow flowers at the top of the stems.
It can be found across a wide range of pHs, mostly in short grasslands, dry meadows and on banks. It can feature in flowering lawns and benefits from two or three cuts a year.
The plant is an important nectar source for butterflies.