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Italian hawksbeard, scientifically known as Crepis bursifolia and belonging to the Asteraceae family, is a perennial plant native to regions including Algeria, Canary Islands, Corsica, France, Italy, Morocco, Sicily, Spain, and Tunisia. Italian hawksbeard (Latin: Crepis bursifolia, family Asteraceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Italian hawksbeard is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Italian hawksbeard is a member of the Asteraceae family native to ALG, CNY, COR, FRA, ITA, and MOR. Italian hawksbeard, or Crepis bursifolia, thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist, well-drained soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Italian hawksbeard grows best in full sun, partial sun/shade light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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