Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mauritianum
ID:
66342

Status:
valid

Authors:
Froel.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000065671



Common Names

  • Crepis Mauritianum
  • Mauritius Hawkweed
  • Mauritius Hawkweed


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Description

Crepis mauritianum (also called Mauritian Hawk's-beard, among many other common names) is an annual herb in the daisy family. It has a low-growing, spreading habit with yellow flowers and small, narrow leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey, and is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Crepis mauritianum has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for medicinal purposes such as treating fever, coughs, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crepis mauritianum is a yellow-green disc-shaped flower head, with many yellow ray florets around the edge. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crepis mauritianum is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer and keep them moist until germination. Once established, it requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Crepis mauritianum

Crepis mauritianum is native to Mauritius and can be found in the island's coastal areas.

Crepis mauritianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crepis mauritianum?

Crepis mauritianum

What is the natural habitat of Crepis mauritianum?

It is found in dry, rocky habitats in the Mediterranean region.

What is the conservation status of Crepis mauritianum?

It is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.

Species in the Crepis genus

Crepis aitchisonii, Crepis mollis, Crepis tungusica, Crepis kashmirica, Crepis filiformis, Crepis ramosissima, Crepis foetida, Crepis willdenowii, Crepis acuminata, Crepis racemosa, Crepis froelichiana, Crepis turicensis, Crepis paniculata, Crepis atheniensis, Crepis coreana, Crepis trichocephala, Crepis zacintha, Crepis noronhaea, Crepis monrealensis, Crepis leontodontoides, Crepis sancta, Crepis bithynica, Crepis miyabei, Crepis merxmuelleri, Crepis smyrnaea, Crepis monticola, Crepis turcomanica, Crepis insignis, Crepis balliana, Crepis senecioides, Crepis himalaica, Crepis elymaitica, Crepis rigescens, Crepis rhaetica, Crepis intermedia, Crepis chondrilloides, Crepis heterotricha, Crepis caucasica, Crepis crocea, Crepis czerepanovii, Crepis schachtii, Crepis nevii, Crepis turcica, Crepis aurea, Crepis coreana, Crepis straussii, Crepis multiflora, Crepis tenerrima, Crepis divaricata, Crepis amplexifolia,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-22575: Based on the initial data import
Josef Aloys Frölich (1766-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Froel.' in the authors string.