Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
urundica
ID:
78454

Status:
valid

Authors:
Babc.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 14: 296 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077783

Common Names

  • Crepis urundica
  • Crepis
  • Urundica

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Description

Crepis urundica (also called Urundi Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Europe and western Asia, and is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and rocky slopes. It has alternate, simple leaves that are lanceolate to ovate in shape, with entire margins and a pointed tip. The inflorescence is a terminal corymb of small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Crepis urundica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crepis urundica is a yellow-green, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval seed. The seedlings are small, with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crepis urundica is a perennial herb that grows in temperate climates. It can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist medium. The plants should be grown in full sun and kept moist.

Where to Find Crepis urundica

Crepis urundica is native to South America and can be found in dry grasslands and disturbed areas.

Crepis urundica FAQ

What are the characteristics of Crepis urundica?

Crepis urundica is an annual herbaceous plant with a height of up to 40 cm. It has a basal rosette of leaves, and the flowers are white or pink in color.

Where is Crepis urundica found?

Crepis urundica is found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

What is the habitat of Crepis urundica?

Crepis urundica is found in dry, rocky habitats, such as grasslands, scrublands, and open woodlands.

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-34397: Based on the initial data import
E. B. Babcock (1877-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Babc.' in the authors string.