Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dianthoseris
ID:
48896

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.Kilian, Enke, Sileshi & Gemeinholzer

Source:
gcc

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 127(3): 401 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000048225

Common Names

  • Dianthoseris Crepis
  • Dianthoseris Hawkweed
  • Dianthoseris Crepis

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Description

Crepis dianthoseris (also called Dianthus-like hawksbeard, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a rosette of leaves with yellow flowers and is found in grasslands, meadows, and other open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crepis dianthoseris has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, digestive problems, and skin disorders. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crepis dianthoseris is yellow and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a white midrib.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crepis dianthoseris is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun in moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can tolerate some drought. It is best to sow the seeds in the fall and the plants will emerge in the spring. Division can be done in the spring or fall. Once established, it is easy to care for and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Crepis dianthoseris

Crepis dianthoseris is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in Spain, Italy, and France.

Crepis dianthoseris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crepis dianthoseris?

Crepis dianthoseris

What is the common name of Crepis dianthoseris?

Dianthus hawk's-beard

What is the natural habitat of Crepis dianthoseris?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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-146711: Based on the initial data import
Norbert Kilian (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Kilian' in the authors string.
Birgit Gemeinholzer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gemeinholzer' in the authors string.
Neela Enke: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Enke' in the authors string.
Sileshi Nemomissa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sileshi' in the authors string.