Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
papposissima
ID:
73922

Status:
valid

Authors:
Babc.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. xxvi. 219 (1952).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073251

Common Names

  • Papposissima Crepis
  • Papposissima Hawkweed
  • Papposissima

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Description

Crepis papposissima (also called pappus hawksbeard, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant of the family Asteraceae. It has a height of up to 1 m and its leaves are deeply lobed. It is native to Europe and is found in open areas, roadsides, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Crepis papposissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and its foliage is used to make floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crepis papposissima is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, with a thin, white stem and small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crepis papposissima is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Propagation is best done from seed or by division.

Where to Find Crepis papposissima

Crepis papposissima can be found in the eastern Mediterranean region.

Crepis papposissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crepis papposissima?

Crepis papposissima

What is the common name of Crepis papposissima?

Pappus Hawk's-beard

Where is Crepis papposissima found?

Crepis papposissima is found in Europe and Asia

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-29991: Based on the initial data import
E. B. Babcock (1877-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Babc.' in the authors string.