Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
quercifolia
ID:
83093

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bornm. & Gauba

Source:
gcc

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 41: 319 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000082422



Common Names

  • Oakleaf Hawkweed
  • Oak-Leaf Hawkweed
  • Oak-Leaved Hawkweed


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Description

Crepis quercifolia (also called Oak-Leaf Hawk's-Beard, and Hawkweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a hairy stem and leaves, and small, yellow flowers. It grows in open, sunny areas, and is often found in disturbed soils.

Uses & Benefits

Crepis quercifolia is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used in xeriscaping. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crepis quercifolia is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a central disc of yellow florets and a ring of yellow ray florets. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white pappus. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves with a single stem and a single flower head.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crepis quercifolia is a perennial herb native to Europe. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, it can be divided or propagated from cuttings.

Where to Find Crepis quercifolia

Crepis quercifolia is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry, rocky areas and open woodlands at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.

Crepis quercifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crepis quercifolia?

Crepis quercifolia

What is the family of Crepis quercifolia?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Crepis quercifolia?

Oak-Leaved Hawk's-Beard

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-38932: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Friedrich Nicolaus Bornmüller (1862-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bornm.' in the authors string.
Erwin Gauba (1891-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gauba' in the authors string.