Cretan hedypnois (Hedypnois rhagadioloides, Samml. Phys. Aufsätze Böhm. Naturgesch. 1: 279 (1795))

Family: Asteraceae

Author: (L.) F.W.Schmidt

Bibliography: Samml. Phys. Aufsätze Böhm. Naturgesch. 1: 279 (1795)

Year: 1795

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Hedypnois

Vegetable: False

Observations: Macaronesia, Medit. to Arabian Pen.

Description

Hedypnois rhagadioloides, commonly known as the Cretan hedypnois, is a fascinating species belonging to the diverse family Asteraceae. This plant has a rich history dating back to its scientific description by F.W. Schmidt in the late 18th century. Its initial documentation is found in Schmidt’s 1795 work, “Samml. Phys. Aufsätze Böhm. Naturgesch.”

Native primarily to regions spanning from Macaronesia to the Mediterranean and extending as far as the Arabian Peninsula, the Cretan hedypnois thrives in these warm climates. The adaptability of this species to various environmental conditions in these regions showcases its versatility and survival strategies.

As a member of the Asteraceae family, Hedypnois rhagadioloides shares common characteristics with other plants in this large family, which includes many important species known for their composite flower structures. The Cretan hedypnois is noted for its unique botanical features, making it an object of interest among botanists and plant enthusiasts alike.

Its ecological presence in such a wide geographical range signifies its role in the local flora. Whether contributing to the biodiversity of Macaronesia or the Mediterranean landscape, it supports various ecological functions and interactions.

Furthermore, the study and understanding of Hedypnois rhagadioloides provide valuable insights into the evolutionary adaptations and ecological dynamics of plants within the Asteraceae family. Its continued observation by botanists helps in comprehending the broader environmental patterns and plant behaviors in its native habitats.

Common Names

Fr: Hédipnoïs de Crète, Hedypnois faux rhagadiole, Bonne-nuit-les-petits, Hedypnoïs de Crête, Hedypnoïs faux rhagadiole, Hédipnoïs polymorphe
Fra: bonne-nuit-les-petits, hedypnoïs de crête, hedypnoïs faux rhagadiole, hédipnoïs de crète, hédipnoïs polymorphe
Eng: cretan hedypnois, cretan weed, cretin weed, daisy
Sqi: hedipnoi kretase
Deu: kreta-röhrenkraut
Ita: radicchio pallottolino, radicchio tubuloso
Swe: rörfibbla
Tur: öküz otu
Bul: критски хедипноис
Heb: שׁוֹפָרִית כְּרֵתִית, שופרית כרתית
Ara: سُرَّة الكَبْش, هَدِبْنُويس كْريت
En: Cretan Hedypnois, Cretan Weed, Cretin Weed, Daisy
Sq: Hedipnoi kretase
Ar: سُرَّة الكَبْش, هَدِبْنُويس كْريت
Bg: Критски хедипноис
De: Kreta-Röhrenkraut
He: שׁוֹפָרִית כְּרֵתִית, שופרית כרתית
It: Radicchio pallottolino, Radicchio tubuloso
Sv: Rörfibbla
Tr: Öküz Otu
: Cretan hedypnois

Synonyms

• Hedypnois rhagadioloides subsp. monspeliensis ((Willd.) Nyman)
• Hedypnois polymorpha var. persica ((Fisch.) Gaut.)
• Hedypnois polymorpha (DC.)
• Hyoseris incrassata (Moench)
• Hedypnois sabulorum (Pomel)
• Hedypnois rhagadioloides subsp. tubaeformis ((Ten.) Hayek)
• Hedypnois cretica subsp. ramosa (Täckh. & Boulos)
• Hedypnois cretica subsp. tubaeformis ((Ten.) Nyman)
• Hedypnois cretica f. persica ((M.Bieb.) Cout.)
• Hedypnois vulgaris (J.St.-Hil.)
• Hedypnois cretica subsp. tubiformis ((Ten.) Nyman)
• Hedypnois tournefortii (Cass.)
• Leontodon rhagadioloides ((L.) Enke & Zidorn)
• Hyoseris cretica (L.)
• Hedypnois mauritanicus (Schousb. ex Link)
• Hyoseris monspeliensis (Pers.)
• Rhagadiolus pendulus ((Willd.) Benth. & Hook.f. ex Ball)
• Rhagadiolus hedypnois ((L.) All.)
• Hyoseris mauritanica (Pers.)
• Hyoseris pendula (Balb.)
• Hedypnois hedypnois ((L.) Linding.)
• Hedypnois glabra (F.W.Schmidt)
• Hedypnois cretica ((L.) Dum.Cours.)
• Hedypnois polymorpha var. hyoseris (Rouy)
• Hedypnois polymorpha subsp. rhagadioloides ((L.) Arcang.)
• Hedypnois polymorpha var. glabra (St.-Lag.)
• Hedypnois rhagadioloides subsp. tubiformis ((Ten.) Hayek)
• Hedypnois polymorpha var. ramosa (St.-Lag.)
• Hedypnois persica (M.Bieb.)
• Hedypnois polymorpha var. monspeliensis (Rouy)
• Hedypnois pygmaea (Willk.)
• Hyoseris rhagadioloides (L.)
• Hedypnois annua (Bubani)
• Hedypnois cretica subsp. rhagadioloides ((L.) Täckh. & Boulos)
• Rhagadiolus creticus ((L.) All.)
• Hedypnois cretica var. gracilior (Boiss.)
• Hedypnois polymorpha var. crepidiformis ((Rchb.) Willk.)
• Hedypnois cretica subsp. monspeliensis (Murb.)
• Hyoseris hedypnois (L.)
• Leontodon rhagadioloides subsp. tubaeformis ((Ten.) Enke & Zidorn)
• Hedypnois tubaeformis (Ten.)
• Hedypnois laciniflora (Viv.)
• Hedypnois mauritiana (Willd.)
• Hedypnois monspeliensis (Willd.)
• Hedypnois pendula (Willd.)
• Hedypnois globulifera (Lam.)
• Hyoseris cretica subsp. rhagadioloides ((L.) Arcang.)
• Hedypnois rhagadioloides subsp. cretica ((L.) Hayek)
• Hedypnois furfuracea (Rchb.)
• Hedypnois crepidiformis (Rchb.)
• Hedypnois coronopifolia (Ten.)
• Hedypnois polymorpha var. hirsuta (St.-Lag.)
• Hedypnois polymorpha subsp. cretica ((L.) Arcang.)
• Hedypnois polymorpha var. cretica ((L.) Rouy)
• Hedypnois polymorpha var. rhagadioloides ((L.) Willk.)

Distribution

• Albania (native)
• Algeria (native)
• Baleares (native)
• Bulgaria (native)
• Canary Is. (native)
• Corse (native)
• Cyprus (native)
• East Aegean Is. (native)
• Egypt (native)
• France (native)
• Greece (native)
• Iran (native)
• Iraq (native)
• Italy (native)
• Kriti (native)
• Krym (native)
• Lebanon-Syria (native)
• Libya (native)
• Madeira (native)
• Morocco (native)
• North Caucasus (native)
• Palestine (native)
• Portugal (native)
• Sardegna (native)
• Saudi Arabia (native)
• Sicilia (native)
• Sinai (native)
• Spain (native)
• Transcaucasus (native)
• Tunisia (native)
• Turkey (native)
• Turkey-in-Europe (native)
• Yugoslavia (native)
• Arizona (introduced)
• Azores (introduced)
• California (introduced)
• Cape Provinces (introduced)
• Germany (introduced)
• Great Britain (introduced)
• New Mexico (introduced)
• New South Wales (introduced)
• Poland (introduced)
• Queensland (introduced)
• South Australia (introduced)
• Tasmania (introduced)
• Texas (introduced)
• Uruguay (introduced)
• Western Australia (introduced)

Additional Images

Other

Taken Jan 1, 1970 by Photoflora – L’Abbé COSTE (©)

Taken Apr 15, 2011 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken May 7, 2019 by Llandrich anna (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 7, 2019 by Llandrich anna (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 7, 2019 by Llandrich anna (cc-by-sa)

Bark

Taken Apr 15, 2007 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken May 4, 2019 by Llandrich anna (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 7, 2019 by Llandrich anna (cc-by-sa)

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Habit

Taken Mar 26, 2017 by Tela Botanica − Patrick LEBOULENGER (cc-by-sa)

Taken Feb 28, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Errol Vela (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 18, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Genevieve BOTTI (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 28, 2021 by Emanuele Santarelli (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 28, 2016 by Tela Botanica − Genevieve BOTTI (cc-by-sa)

Flower

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Taken May 24, 2010 by Tela Botanica − Mathieu MENAND (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 26, 2017 by Tela Botanica − Patrick LEBOULENGER (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 28, 2009 by Tela Botanica − Mathieu MENAND (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 23, 2019 by Philippe Pellicier (cc-by-sa)

Leaf

Taken Mar 28, 2021 by Emanuele Santarelli (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 26, 2022 by Tristan Jaton-Maria (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 17, 2022 by Tristan Jaton-Maria (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 26, 2022 by Tristan Jaton-Maria (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 10, 2022 by erene erene (cc-by-sa)

Fruit

Taken Sep 1, 2020 by Iris Parraud (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 1, 2020 by Iris Parraud (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 30, 2020 by David Delon (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 15, 2007 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken Apr 14, 2022 by Mario Cannata (cc-by-sa)

Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:211686-1)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/5394841)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Hedypnois rhagadioloides (L.) F.W.Schmidt)

Specifications

Growth

Bloom months: [‘may’, ‘jun’]