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elegant hawksbeard
Scientific Name: Crepis elegans
Family: Asteraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Elegant Hawksbeard (Crepis elegans)
Elegant Hawksbeard, scientifically known as Crepis elegans, is a species belonging to the sunflower family. It's also referred to as Elegant Hawk's-beard.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Crepis elegans Hook.
- Synonyms: Askellia elegans (Hook.) W. A. Weber; Barkhausia elegans (Hook.) Nutt.
- Family: Asteraceae (Aster or Sunflower family)
- Rank: Species
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to central and western North America.
- Found on gravel bars and disturbed sites.
- Observed to have increased in population in recent years in some locations.
Morphological Characteristics
- Grown habit: Forb/herb
- Color: Yellow
- Shape: Daisy-like flowers
- Perennial plant with taproots and stout caudices.
- Stems are erect or ascending, ranging from 6-30 cm in height.
Ecological Role
- Leafy stems help distinguish it from the invasive narrowleaf hawksbeard.
Quirky Facts
- The plant's population has increased dramatically in the last few years in some areas.
Further Information
- Discover Life: Provides information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Crepis elegans.
- Dave's Garden: A community where gardeners share tips and ideas.