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tapertip hawksbeard

Scientific Name: Crepis acuminata

Family: Asteraceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Tapertip Hawksbeard (Crepis acuminata)

Crepis acuminata, commonly known as tapertip hawksbeard, is a perennial forb (herb) native to North America and belongs to the daisy family (Asteraceae).

Common Names

  • Tapertip Hawksbeard
  • Longleaf Hawksbeard
  • Long-leafed Hawksbeard

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Crepis acuminata Nutt.
  • Family: Asteraceae (Aster Family)
  • Rank: Species
  • Synonyms: taper-tip hawksbeard
  • Subspecies: Crepis acuminata ssp. acuminata

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to North America, specifically the western regions.
  • Observed in locations such as the southern Malheur National Forest and the Mount Rose Wilderness Area in Nevada.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Perennial forb/herb.
  • Produces clusters of small yellow flowers on long stalks.
  • Yellow, cylindrical flower heads bloom from May to August.
  • Stems produce a milky sap.

Ecological Role

  • Tapertip hawksbeard leaves are consumed by pre-laying sage grouse hens, forming a significant part of their diet.

Other Organism Interactions

  • Susceptible to insect predation.

Additional Information

  • Prefers well-drained soils and full sunlight.

Quirky Facts

  • The species has indeterminate seed maturation and produces very fluffy, wind-borne seeds.

Further Resources

  • USDA NRCS PLANTS Database
  • Discover Life
  • WildflowersWest