Hawkweed oxtongue is originally native to parts of Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia. Through naturalization and human intervention, it has extended its range and is now found in various temperate regions across the globe, particularly in Northern and Western Europe.

Hawkweed oxtongue originates from Europe and western Asia. This plant is notorious for being a difficult weed. Defined by its ability to reproduce and spread rapidly, hawkweed oxtongue is highly adaptive and tolerant to different environments, which allows it to invade gardens and fields with ease. Its propensity to out-compete native vegetation and monopolize resources increases its harmfulness to gardens, often disrupting the garden's ecosystem balance. These troublesome characteristics make it a difficult weed to manage. Hawkweed oxtongue also has a strong seed dispersal mechanism. Its seeds are barbed, enabling them to either stick to passersby, like animals, or be carried away by the wind. This allows the plant to colonize new sites quickly and broadly, making it a formidable adversary to gardeners.

The best time to remove or control hawkweed oxtongue (Hawkweed oxtongue) is during the spring or early summer season when its growth is budding. This allows you to halt its growth before it can set seed.