Status:
valid
Authors:
Moris & De Not.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1840
Citation Micro:
Mem. Reale Accad. Sci. Torino ii. (1840) 141. t. 3. f. 1.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120041
Common Names
- Island Hawk's-beard
- Island Hawkweed
- Island Crepis
Description
Crepis insularis (also called 'island hawk's-beard', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has yellow flowers and long, thin leaves. It grows in sunny, dry areas such as grasslands and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Crepis insularis is an ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is known for its bright yellow flowers and is often used to attract butterflies and bees. It is also used as a ground cover to prevent soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Crepis insularis is a small yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are slender, with a single stem and small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Crepis insularis can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers, but needs to be watered regularly. It should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Crepis insularis
Crepis insularis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas. It is also found in parts of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Crepis insularis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crepis insularis?
Crepis insularis
What is the family of Crepis insularis?
Asteraceae
What is the habitat of Crepis insularis?
Dry, sandy soils, rocky slopes, 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,