Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
runcinata
ID:
25689

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.James) Torr. & A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Fl. N. Amer. 2(3): 487 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025018

Common Names

  • Crepis
  • Runcinata
  • Hawk's Beard

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Synonyms

  • Hieraciodes runcinata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Psilochenia runcinata (E.James) Á.Löve & D.Löve [unknown]
  • Crepis runcinata runcinata [unknown]
  • Crepis riparia parva A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Psilochenia runcinata runcinata [unknown]

Description

Crepis runcinata (also called Runcinate Crepis, among many other common names) is an annual plant that is native to Europe. It has small, toothed leaves and produces yellow flowers. It is found in disturbed areas, grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Crepis runcinata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects to the garden.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Crepis runcinata sub. hallii Babc. & Stebbins
Crepis runcinata sub. glauca (Nutt.) Babc. & Stebbins
Crepis runcinata sub. hispidulosa (Howell ex Rydb.) Babc. & Stebbins
Crepis runcinata sub. imbricata Babc. & Stebbins
Crepis runcinata sub. runcinata
Crepis runcinata sub. andersonii (A.Gray) Babc. & Stebbins
Crepis runcinata sub. barberi (Greenm.) Babc. & Stebbins
Crepis runcinata var. aculeolata (Greene) S.L.Welsh & N.D.Atwood

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crepis runcinata has yellow, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crepis runcinata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Crepis runcinata

Crepis runcinata is found in the temperate regions of Europe and Asia.

Crepis runcinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crepis runcinata?

Crepis runcinata

What is the common name of Crepis runcinata?

Runcinate Crepis

Where is Crepis runcinata found?

Crepis runcinata is found in the tropical Andes of Ecuador

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-12417: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
Edwin James (1797-1861): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.James' in the authors string.