A very common plant throughout the UK in the Dandelion ‘family’ Asteraceae. Can be annual or biennial.
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Smooth Hawksbeard
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Smooth Hawksbeard
| Hedgerow Type | |
| Common Names | |
| Scientific Name | Crepis capillaris |
| Season Start | Jun |
| Season End | Dec |
Please note that each and every hedgerow item you come across may vary in appearance to these photos.
Leaves
The leaves have pointed ‘teeth’ that are very varied and fairly far apart. Most leaves are basal, the few that grow on the stems join the stems wrapped halfway around them. The leaf produces a white latex when cut.
Flowers
Has many yellow petals that are toothed at the ends and can sometimes have a red to pink stripe on the rear. Very like a small Dandelion flower.
Seeds
The seeds are arranged in a ‘clock’ like a Dandelion for wind dispersal.
Habitat
Can grow almost anywhere with soil, even in sandy soil or grass.
Possible Confusion
Other Hawksbeards or related species like Hawkbit, pictured.
Taste
The leaves are very bitter.
Frequency
Common
