Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
breedlovei
ID:
83097

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 58(4): 260 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000082426



Common Names

  • Breedlove's Critonia
  • Breedlove's Critonias
  • Breedlove's Hawkweed


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Description

Critonia breedlovei (also called Breedlove's Hawkweed, 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

Critonia breedlovei 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 white flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Critonia breedlovei is a small, yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. 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

Critonia breedlovei is a perennial herb native to Mexico. 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 Critonia breedlovei

Critonia breedlovei is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Critonia breedlovei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Critonia breedlovei?

Critonia breedlovei

What is the family of Critonia breedlovei?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Critonia breedlovei?

Breedlove's Fleabane

Species in the Critonia genus

Critonia eggersii, Critonia yashanalensis, Critonia daleoides, Critonia campechensis, Critonia heteroneura, Critonia hemipteropoda, Critonia inaequidens, Critonia pseudodalea, Critonia siltepecana, Critonia stigmatica, Critonia megaphylla, Critonia heathiae, Critonia portoricensis, Critonia quadrangularis, Critonia tuxtiae, Critonia paneroi, Critonia wilburii, Critonia bartlettii, Critonia hospitalis, Critonia naiguatensis, Critonia aromatisans, Critonia breedlovei, Critonia laurifolia, Critonia platychaeta, Critonia morifolia, Critonia macropoda, Critonia nubigenus, Critonia sexangularis, Critonia lozanoana, Critonia imbricata, Critonia dalea, Critonia iltisii, Critonia tuxtlae, Critonia arachnoidea, Critonia nicaraguensis, Critonia conzattii, Critonia parviflora, Critonia dominicensis, Critonia hebebotrya, Critonia billbergiana,

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-38938: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.