Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard Plant Care
Crepis vesicaria subsp. taraxacifolia (Thuill.) Thell.
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This plant is characterized by its deeply lobed, dandelion-like leaves that form a rosette. Originally from Europe, it is sought after by plant collectors for its unique foliage and bright yellow flowers that add a pop of color to any garden.
Every 7–10 days
Full sun to partial shade
50–75°F
40–60%
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How do you care for Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard?
Water Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 50–75°F (10–24°C) and 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard Native To?
- Albania
- Algeria
- Angola
- Austria
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Benin
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Botswana
- Bulgaria
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cameroon
- Cape Verde
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Côte d'Ivoire
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czechia
- Denmark
- Djibouti
- DR Congo
- Egypt
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eritrea
- Estonia
- Eswatini
- Ethiopia
- Finland
- France
- Gabon
- Germany
- Ghana
- Greece
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland
- Italy
- Kenya
- Latvia
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Libya
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mali
- Malta
- Mauritania
- Moldova
- Montenegro
- Morocco
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Niger
- Nigeria
- North Macedonia
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Republic of the Congo
- Romania
- Russia
- Rwanda
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Senegal
- Serbia
- Sierra Leone
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Somalia
- South Africa
- South Sudan
- Spain
- Sudan
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Tanzania
- The Gambia
- The Netherlands
- Togo
- Tunisia
- Uganda
- Ukraine
- United Kingdom
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
What Is the Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard?
Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard (Crepis vesicaria subsp. taraxacifolia) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Crepis genus. Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard is native to Europe and northwest Africa. Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard is also known as Mediterranean Hawksbeard.
Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard displays an upright, branching perennial growth habit, reaching up to 1.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard produces small daisy-like flowers in various colors.
Leaf size: approximately 3 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard?
Crepis vesicaria subsp. taraxacifolia requires watering every 7–10 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–10 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard Need?
Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard Prefer?
Crepis vesicaria subsp. taraxacifolia grows best at temperatures of 50–75°F. Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
50–75°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard?
Well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard?
Feed Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard every 6 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 6 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard?
Repot every 2-3 years in early spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard?
Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard can be propagated through seeds, division of root clumps. Similar propagation techniques also apply to tapertip hawksbeard plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard?
Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, whiteflies. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard Need?
Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard grows outdoors in USDA Zone 8a – 10b. It survives winters down to planting zone 8a. Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard is native to Europe and northwest Africa.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 8a – 10b
Keep exploring plants
Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Crepis genus — compare its care with other Crepis species on PlantoScan.
Crepis is part of the Asteraceae plant family — browse all Asteraceae genera and species.
Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
More Crepis Species
Other Crepis species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:
Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Crepis vesicaria subsp. taraxacifolia (Thuill.) Thell., family Asteraceae (first published in Fl. Schweiz 1: 594 (1909)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Dandelion-leaved Hawksbeard, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 8a – 10b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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