Crepidiastrum denticulata, a
biennial herb found in sunny locations in fields and mountains,
braches well and grows to 0.3-1.2m in height. Stems, in many
individuals, tinge red-purple. Radical leaves have long petioles, in
the shape of a spoon, set themselves in crowds, which are
sustainable while in flower. Leaves are alternate, 5-10cm long,
2-5cm wide, oblong or obovate, with shallow serrations on margins,
bases protruding backward to embrace the stems. Branch tips or axils
on upper parts set about 1.5cm-across yellow flower heads. Bloom
time: August-November. |