Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nigricans
ID:
70967

Status:
valid

Authors:
Viv.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Fl. Libyc. Spec. 51. t. 10. (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070296



Common Names

  • Black Hawkweed
  • Black-eyed Hawkweed
  • Black-eyed Susan


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Synonyms

  • Crepis kralikii Pomel [unknown]
  • Crepis nudiflora Viv. [unknown]
  • Barkhausia nigricans Viv. ex Coss. [unknown]
  • Crepis radicata nudiflora (Viv.) Pamp. [unknown]
  • Crepis senecioides nudiflora (Viv.) Alavi [unknown]
  • Barkhausia kralikii Pomel [unknown]

Description

Crepis nigricans (also called 'Black Hawksbeard', among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands and open woodlands. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are yellow and ray-like.

Uses & Benefits

Crepis nigricans is a perennial plant that is often used as a ground cover or in rock gardens. It is also used to attract bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crepis nigricans is a yellow daisy-like flower, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crepis nigricans is a perennial herb that grows in moist, well-drained soil. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and lightly covered. Division should be done in spring or fall.

Where to Find Crepis nigricans

Crepis nigricans can be found in meadows, pastures, and grasslands in Europe.

Crepis nigricans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crepis nigricans?

Crepis nigricans

What type of plant is Crepis nigricans?

It is an annual herbaceous plant.

What is the habitat of Crepis nigricans?

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

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