Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pulchra
ID:
121406

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 806 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120735

Common Names

  • Crepis
  • Pretty Crepis
  • Pretty Hawk's-beard

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Synonyms

  • Crepis pulcherrima Grossh. [unknown]
  • Crepis pulchra valentina Willk. [unknown]
  • Crepis pulchra pulchra [unknown]

Description

Crepis pulchra (also called Beautiful Hawk's-beard, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas, usually in areas with sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Crepis pulchra is a plant native to Europe and is used as an ornamental plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat skin infections, wounds, and inflammation.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Crepis pulchra sub. turkestanica Babc.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crepis pulchra has small yellow daisy-like flowers with a yellow center and yellow petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crepis pulchra is a perennial herb native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It requires regular watering and occasional fertilizing. Deadheading is recommended to promote new growth.

Where to Find Crepis pulchra

Crepis pulchra is native to North America and can be found in dry, rocky areas such as on hillsides and in open woodlands.

Crepis pulchra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crepis pulchra?

Crepis pulchra

What type of plant is Crepis pulchra?

It is an herbaceous perennial plant.

Where is Crepis pulchra native to?

It is native to 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-8198: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.