No further details are given except that the sub-species H. umbellatum japonicum is used. Yellow mustard; Yucca (leaves and blossoms) This is a list that I add to periodically as I gather information for projects and speaking engagements. I think some seeds might have come in some bird seed. As for the word “Crepis” we know that Theophrastus, the immediate successor to Aristotle in Athens, mentioned the plant by this name some 2,300 years ago, as did Pliny some 400 years later in Rome. Whilst you’re out collecting them keep your eye out for the “Japanese Sandal.”. It could also be considered a free beneficial crop, along with many other plants. TIME OF YEAR: Springtime, can persist into warmer months in southern states and again in the fall through winter. Basal leaves are narrowly elliptical and glabrous or with few simple and stellate hairs. Crepis japonica gets no respect. The root and leaves of Hieracium venosum, Linné. Most hawkweed flowers are bright yellow, but there are also hawkweed species that blossom with flowers in rich shades of red and orange. It is Meadow hawkweed (Hieracium caespitosum). Sometimes some edges of the leaves are decorated with a little dark trim. But look more carefully at another nearby specimen of each plant — … Three possibilities are usually offered in English for the word “crepis” (krepis) two of which are not convincing. Thanks for your incredible resource centre. Culpepper says: 'Saturn owns it. Despite its low profile, figuratively and literally, Crepis might have the last laugh. Mouse-ear hawkweed (H. pilosella), For such an edible group they are barely known. How can I determine with some certainty if I have hawksbeard or dandelion in my lawn? This plant is growing in my backyard and I’ve been nibbling on it and thinking about what it could be for like a week. On the plus side, the leaves are less bitter than most of the other members of the dandelion family. This next photo is the flower from the second group of yellow composite flowers. He tells us that: 'The juice taken in wine, or the decoction drunk, cures the jaundice, though of long continuance, to drink thereof morning and evening, and abstain from other drink two or three hours after. Veins are pronounced in the leaves, which curl on the edge. are perennial plants with 14 non-native species recorded in BC, and are difficult to identify among the 8 native hawkweed species. Not bad for a little weed that gets no respect. And if you have fantastic eyesight and imagination the seed of the C. japonica might look like a slipper or a sandal. Flowering of the two plants was separated in time by a few weeks. The flowers are hermaphrodite. Have been harvesting, eating and offering it with our wild edibles at the local downtown Lakeland Farmer’s market as Dandelion! Hi Green Deane. This next photo is the flower from the second group of yellow composite flowers. Interestingly there are no dandelion varities. It has a fibrous root system. What plant is this? For such an edible group they are barely known. They use the phrase “lost to history” to explain that when perhaps they should admit they are linguistically challenged: Knowing a non-speaking, dead form of writing — Latin —  doesn’t count towards linguistic proficiency. Hairy hawkweed , Hieracium longipilum is an uncommon native, taller than 1 foot with very long hairs on the leaves and stems. I have been boiling my back yard weeds and blend it in the blender save it for the winter and cook it with rice I feel I become way stronger and healthier I have been doing this for over two years. Any ideas? Some plants that thrive on one side of the mountains scarcely survive on the other side. I have a similar plant in my yard, fits everything in the description, even the purple outside tinge. I live in SC just south of Charlotte, NC. can you comment? I think it’s great to eat what grows in your yard and surrounds, but I would caution anyone on trying to introduce this plant into their garden space. Stems contain a milky juice. This or a very similar weed has recently turned up in my yard. I have never heard of using the Crepis root like one does the dandelion. If in doubt, leave it in the ground and just admire! Is it edible? And the young leaves are even less. See more ideas about plants, herbs, wild edibles. Comments or questions about this site, or for permission to use photos and information, Three possibilities are usually offered in English for the word “, As you can see by the photos, it’s a low rosette with a long and skinny flower stock topped by small, dandelion-like yellow flowers, which are rather distinctive. I do not think that Meadow hawkweed is edible. Is yellow hawkweed edible? Copyright 2007-2018 – This web page is the property of Green Deane, LLC. And there was very little of substance about it on the Internet other than its name. I have been watching your channel it is amazing the amount of the information I can get from your website , So thank you so much. Crepis japonica is found from about Pennsylvania south in to the South and west to Texas, also in Asia. The first definition is that it describes a step at ancient Greek temples, what we would call a fancy doorstep. Long clusters of tiny, bright yellow flowers. These companies may use information (not including your name, address, email address, or telephone number) about your visits to this and other websites in order to provide advertisements about goods and services of interest to you. I enjoyed your article. The major flaw with Washington State noxious weed laws is it fails to distingush between the gigantic differences between, say, an eastern Washington farm, and a Puget Sound garden. It does not support pollinating insects and is only occasionally browsed by deer. The same can also be said for its edible cousins, Crepis setosa, Crepis runcinata, Crepis glauca, Crepis capilaris, Crepis bursifolia, ... As you can see by the photos, it’s a low rosette with a long and skinny flower stock topped by small, dandelion-like yellow flowers, which are rather distinctive. I’m so glad that I got your newsletter which led me to this! He tells us that: 'The juice taken in wine, or the decoction drunk, cures the jaundice, though of long continuance, to drink thereof morning and evening, and abstain from other drink two or three hours after. Your commentary is very interesting and enjoyable. I have two questions. The Ohio State University. Hawkweed spreads by stolons and rhizomes creating colonies that form patches. Edibility not certain, and it’s not a close relative of regular Dandelion. The reader who mentioned something similar that has a purple flower might be confusing the hawksbeard (c.japonica) with lyreleaf sage. yellow Tuft or plume on fruit at least a part of the plume is made up of fine bristles ... Hieracium scabrum → Hieracium ×‌fernaldii Lepage is an extremely rare hawkweed hybrid in New England. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. It is now found throughout the world, and in many places it grows year round. In fact, it’s very mild — when picked young and tender. My local Crepis, C. japonica (KREP-is juh-PAWN-ih-kuh) might not get much attention because they changed its name from”Japanese sandal” which was kind of cute, to ” Japanese Young” or Youngia japonica (YOUNG-ee-ah) honoring which botanist I’ve never been able to find out.) Similar “crepe” / crinkled leaves, but with purple veins and a square stem. Height. Propagation of the herb: Seed - sow spring in a cold frame and only just cover the seed. The same can also be said for its edible cousins, Crepis setosa, Crepis runcinata, Crepis glauca, Crepis capilaris, Crepis bursifolia, Crepis vesicaria and Crepis tectorum. Theme images by. Meadow hawkweeds are designated for required control in King County by the Washington State Noxious Weed Control Board and as a group are on the list of of Regulated Class B Noxious Weeds in King County. Personally, I prefer the name Crepis japonica than Youngia or  hawksbeard. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information on this Web site. Dandelions are reluctant to grow in Florida. Wow, and here I thought this was a variety of dandelion, Florida-style! Orange Hawkweed is highly invasive, the largest infestations being in the counties around Duluth, where it first arrived in Minnesota. When they’re done flowering, they’ll be mowed and looked for again next year. Neither plant appears to have any medicinal or edible value, but they do have ornamental value. Queen Anne’s Lace / Wild Carrot. Pilosella caespitosa (synonym Hieracium caespitosum, commonly known as meadow hawkweed, yellow hawkweed, field hawkweed, king devil, yellow paintbrush, devil's paintbrush, yellow devil, yellow fox-and-cubs, and yellow king-devil) is like several other Pilosella species and has a similar appearance to many of the hawkweeds. Unfortunately, the existence of introduced species can force out native plants and create environmental issues. COMMON NAMES: Hawkweed, Veiny-leaved hawkweed, Rattlesnake weed, Striped Woodwort. Each flower is yellow and has a lance-shaped bract on the outside. You are probably referring to Florida Tassel Flower (which can have lavender or red blossoms.) While this article is about the Crepis japonica there is in North America: Crepis capilaris, the Smooth Hawksbeard which is found in most northern states; Crepis glauca or Crepis runcinata, the Fiddle Leaf Hawksbeard which is found along the Rocky Mountains through the United States into Canada; Crepis tectorum, the Narrow Leaf Hawksbeard which is found in the upper half of the United States and Canada; Crepis setosa, the Bristly Hawksbeard, found in a smattering of states of no particular pattern; Crepis vesicaria, the Beaked Hawksbeard, which is found along both coasts of the United States, and Crepis bursifolia, the Italian Hawksbeard, which is found in California, and Europe. Hosta. All rights reserved. It likes grassy areas and does not tolerate mowing well. I also have ones like look a lot like these but with purple blossoms. Bright yellow flowers of a ‘hawkweed-type’ wildflower, taken 26jul08. May 29, 2020 - Foraging Texas is the guide to edible and medicinal plants of Texas They are deeply lobed along the margin and the spiny toothed, lobed leaf bases clasp the stem. Ohio State nav bar Skip to main content. I enjoy making wildflower tea but I am hesitant to brew this flower as I do not know what it is and do not know if it is a Crepis species or not. The shoots of this herb is used medicinally in recipes. Photo by Dennis Chambreau. Crepis aspera is Crepis setosa which is edible. Stem: Round, fuzzy, skinny, up to two feet. I’ve just read onCrepis aspera that it is a poisonouse plant. Hawkweed, saith Dioscorides, is cooling, somewhat drying and binding, and good for the heat of the stomach and gnawings therein, for … I actually mistook them for dandelion plants in the beginning, and by the time they grew bigger and I realised they weren’t dandelions, I already knew they were edible. Yellow King-devil, Field Hawkweed: Genus: Hieracium: Family: Asteraceae (Aster) Life cycle: perennial: Origin: Europe: Status: Invasive - ERADICATE! I knew it was in asteraceae family and close to the dandelion, but that’s as far as I got lol. Water extracts their virtues. Buttercup - Ranunculus spp. Goats? From there it went into Dead Latin as “crispus, or, “crisp” meaning curled and wrinkled. Do you think they would be in the same family? The last time I tried a related sage I was quite ill. I’d love to be sure it’s fine to eat. Oh, well….no harm done , Does anyone know if these can be eaten by rabbits? There is another plant just like it growing along with it with a bit of redness in the leaves, no flowers and a decent size root to nibble on. I am worried that it might be invasive. I don’t know if it’s this plant or a dandelion or something similar. Top center: Goldenrod, below that is Fleabane (white daisy-like flowers). 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