Narrow-leaf hawk’s-beard (Crepis tectorum, Sp. Pl.: 807 (1753))

Family: Asteraceae

Author: L.

Bibliography: Sp. Pl.: 807 (1753)

Year: 1753

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Crepis

Vegetable: Unknown

Observations: Europe to Russian Far East and N. China

Description

Narrow-leaf hawk’s-beard, scientifically known as Crepis tectorum, is a charming and robust plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family, one of the largest families of flowering plants. First described in 1753 by the renowned botanist Carl Linnaeus, this herbaceous species has since carved a niche for itself across various regions, ranging from Europe to the Russian Far East and parts of Northern China.

Characterized by its slender, elongated leaves, Crepis tectorum displays a delicate yet sturdy appearance, making it easily recognizable among flora enthusiasts and botanists alike. Typically found in meadows, open fields, and along roadsides, the narrow-leaf hawk’s-beard thrives in environments where it can receive ample sunlight. Its adaptive nature has allowed it to flourish in diverse climates and conditions, spanning a vast geographic expanse.

The plant’s inflorescence consists of small, bright yellow flowers that bloom profusely, often forming clusters which are a delightful sight in the summer months. These flowers not only add a splash of color to the landscape but also play a significant role in supporting pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Apart from its aesthetic value, the narrow-leaf hawk’s-beard has been the subject of various ecological and botanical studies due to its wide distribution and adaptive traits. Efforts to understand its growth patterns, reproductive mechanisms, and interactions with the surrounding ecosystem contribute to the broader knowledge of plant sciences and the conservation of biodiversity.

In summary, Crepis tectorum, or narrow-leaf hawk’s-beard, is a species of notable interest within the Asteraceae family. Its historical documentation by Linnaeus, along with its widespread presence from Europe to Northern China, underscores its enduring significance in the natural world. As with many native plants, continuing to study and appreciate Crepis tectorum ensures that its beauty and ecological contributions are recognized and preserved for future generations.

Common Names

Fra: crépide des toits, crépis des toits, crépis des troits
Deu: dach-pippau, dachpippau, mauer-pippau
Swe: drakblomma, klofibbla, revsuga, stor drakblomma, takfibbla, trattbosyska, äkta bosyska
Nor: drakehovud, hunderot, krypjonsokkoll, takhaukeskjegg
Dan: hvid tandbæger, krybende læbeløs, rød tandbæger, tag-høgeskæg
Fin: isoampiaisyrtti, ketokeltto, porro, rönsyakankaali
Est: liiv-koeratubakas
Eng: narrow-leaf hawk’s-beard, narrow-leaved hawk’s-beard, narrowleaf hawksbeard, narrow-leaved hawksbeard, annual hawksbeard, rooftop hawksbeard
Pol: pępawa dachowa
Ita: radicchiella dei tetti
Lav: tīruma cietpiene
Nld: smal streepzaad
Lit: šelmeninė kreisvė
Ces: škarda střešní
Ron: гэлбенуш акоперит
Bul: червеноплодна дрипавка
Cym: gwalchlys culddail
En: Narrow-leaf hawk’s-beard, Narrowleaf hawksbeard, Narrow-leaved Hawk’s-beard, Narrow-leaved hawksbeard, Annual hawksbeard, Rooftop hawksbeard
Be: Зубнік дахавы
Bg: Червеноплодна дрипавка
Zh: Wu gen cao, 屋根草
Cs: Škarda střešní
Da: Tag-Høgeskæg, Hvid Tandbæger, Krybende Læbeløs, Rød Tandbæger
Nl: Smal streepzaad
Et: Liiv-koeratubakas
Fi: Ketokeltto, Isoampiaisyrtti, Porro, Rönsyakankaali
Fr: Crépis des troits, Crépis des toits, Crépide des toits
De: Dach-Pippau, Dachpippau, Mauer-Pippau
It: Radicchiella dei tetti
Ko: 나도민들레
Lv: Tīruma cietpiene
Lt: Šelmeninė kreisvė
No: Drakehovud, Hunderot, Krypjonsokkoll, Takhaukeskjegg
Pl: Pępawa dachowa
Ro: Гэлбенуш акоперит
Ru: Скерда кровельная
Sv: Takfibbla, Klofibbla, Drakblomma, Revsuga, Stor drakblomma, Trattbosyska, Äkta bosyska
Zh-tw: 屋根草
Cy: Gwalchlys culddail

Synonyms

• Hieracium strictum (Vuk.)
• Wibelia hieracioides (Röhl.)
• Crepis angustifolia (d’Urv.)
• Crepis tectorum var. integrifolia (Gray)
• Hieracium agrestis (Bernh.)
• Crepis tectorum var. attenuata (Gray)
• Crepis tectorum f. glabrescens (Neuman)
• Crepis tectorum subsp. barkhausioides (Rouy)
• Crepis muralis (Salisb.)
• Crepis tectorum var. segetalis (Wallr.)
• Crepis tectorum var. gracilis (Wallr.)
• Crepis tectorum var. ruderalis (Wallr.)
• Crepis varia (Moench)
• Hedypnois tectorum ((L.) Huds.)
• Crepis lachenalii (Gochnat)
• Crepis linearifolia (St.-Lag.)
• Hieracium tectorum ((L.) Hornem.)
• Crepis segetalis (Roth ex Steud.)
• Crepis murorum (S.G.Gmel.)
• Crepis barckhausioides (Rouy)
• Crepis campestris (Schur)
• Crepis tectorum var. pilosa (Gray)
• Crepis tectorum var. lachenalii ((Gochnat) Gaudin)
• Crepis tinctoria (Dulac)

Distribution

• Altay (native)
• Amur (native)
• Austria (native)
• Baltic States (native)
• Belarus (native)
• Belgium (native)
• Bulgaria (native)
• Buryatiya (native)
• Central European Rus (native)
• Chita (native)
• Czechoslovakia (native)
• Denmark (native)
• East European Russia (native)
• Finland (native)
• France (native)
• Germany (native)
• Great Britain (native)
• Hungary (native)
• Inner Mongolia (native)
• Ireland (native)
• Irkutsk (native)
• Italy (native)
• Kamchatka (native)
• Kazakhstan (native)
• Khabarovsk (native)
• Krasnoyarsk (native)
• Krym (native)
• Magadan (native)
• Manchuria (native)
• Mongolia (native)
• Netherlands (native)
• North Caucasus (native)
• North European Russi (native)
• Northwest European R (native)
• Norway (native)
• Poland (native)
• Primorye (native)
• Romania (native)
• Sakhalin (native)
• South European Russi (native)
• Sweden (native)
• Switzerland (native)
• Tuva (native)
• Ukraine (native)
• West Siberia (native)
• Xinjiang (native)
• Yakutskiya (native)
• Yugoslavia (native)
• Alaska (introduced)
• Alberta (introduced)
• British Columbia (introduced)
• California (introduced)
• Connecticut (introduced)
• District of Columbia (introduced)
• Greenland (introduced)
• Illinois (introduced)
• Indiana (introduced)
• Iowa (introduced)
• Korea (introduced)
• Labrador (introduced)
• Maine (introduced)
• Manitoba (introduced)
• Maryland (introduced)
• Masachusettes (introduced)
• Michigan (introduced)
• Minnesota (introduced)
• Missouri (introduced)
• Montana (introduced)
• Nebraska (introduced)
• New Brunswick (introduced)
• New Jersey (introduced)
• New York (introduced)
• Newfoundland (introduced)
• North Carolina (introduced)
• North Dakota (introduced)
• Northwest Territorie (introduced)
• Nova Scotia (introduced)
• Ohio (introduced)
• Ontario (introduced)
• Oregon (introduced)
• Pennsylvania (introduced)
• Québec (introduced)
• Rhode I. (introduced)
• Saskatchewan (introduced)
• Washington (introduced)
• Wisconsin (introduced)
• Wyoming (introduced)
• Yukon (introduced)

Additional Images

Flower

Taken May 21, 2018 by matteo_pisanello (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jan 20, 2022 by Ehsan Ghaziasgar (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 12, 2022 by Silvia (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 18, 2019 by Layne Rossi (cc-by-sa)

Taken Feb 18, 2020 by Zdrowie Twoje (cc-by-sa)

Habit

Taken Apr 15, 2007 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken Apr 15, 2007 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken May 15, 2007 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken Aug 15, 2017 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken Aug 3, 2018 by Tela Botanica − Alain Bigou (cc-by-sa)

Leaf

Taken Apr 2, 2020 by Paulette Waddell (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 15, 2007 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken Mar 19, 2020 by Satiro Ferro (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 24, 2020 by catfish jeffeson (cc-by-sa)

Taken Feb 1, 2020 by Geraldine Mortelette (cc-by-sa)

Other

Taken Apr 15, 2007 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken May 15, 2007 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

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

Taken Apr 15, 2007 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken Jan 1, 1800 by Tela Botanica − Daniel MATHIEU (cc-by-sa)

Bark

Taken May 15, 2007 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:200321-1)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/5403508)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Crepis tectorum L.)

Specifications

Growth