Crepis biennis
L.
Hawks beard
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Summary
Source: WikipediaCrepis biennis is a European species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae with the common name rough hawksbeard. It is native to Europe and Asia Minor, as well as being sparingly naturalized in scattered locations in the northeastern United States and on the island of Newfoundland in eastern Canada.
Description
A biennial herb of the daisy family (Asteraceae) found in temperate regions. It produces edible leaves and roots that can be harvested and prepared in various ways.
Edible Uses
The leaves are added to salads and pasta. The roots are roasted and used as a coffee substitute.
Traditional Uses
The leaves are added to salads and pasta. The roots are used as a coffee substitute.
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Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Balkans, Bosnia, Caucasus, Europe, Luxembourg, Slovenia,
Notes
An unresolved name in The Plant List.
Synonyms
Also Known As
Dvoletni dimek
References (1)
- Redzic, S., 2010, Use of Wild and Semi-Wild Edible Plants in Nutrition and Survival of People in 1430 Days of Siege of Sarajevo during the War in Bosnia and Herzegovina (1992–1995). Coll. Antropol 34 (2010) 2:551-570
