Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
turicensis
ID:
8859

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brügger

Source:
gcc

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
110 1880

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008188

Common Names

  • Crepis Turicensis
  • Zurich Hawkweed
  • Zurich Crepis

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Description

Crepis turicensis (also called Turicum Hawk's-beard, among many other common names) is an annual plant with yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to Europe and prefers dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Crepis turicensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control. The plant is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crepis turicensis has small yellow flowers that are clustered together in a head-like shape. The seeds are small and black with a rough texture. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves that are grey-green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crepis turicensis is a perennial herb that is native to Argentina. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Crepis turicensis

Crepis turicensis can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, and Italy.

Crepis turicensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crepis turicensis?

Crepis turicensis

What type of plant is Crepis turicensis?

Crepis turicensis is a perennial herbaceous plant.

Where does Crepis turicensis grow?

Crepis turicensis is native to Europe and North Africa.

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-107925: Based on the initial data import
Christian Georg Brügger (1833-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brügger' in the authors string.