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Common Name: Tapertip Hawksbeard
Scientific Name:  Crepis acuminata 
Native / Introduced: Native
Main Uses:
~Wildlife habitat improvement
~Rehabilitation projects
~As a pollinator
Height: 1 - 2 1/2 feet
Colors: Yellow 
Flowering Season: Summer
Soil Types: Medium to coarse textured soils
Tolerances: Drought
Sun or Shade: Sun to partial shade
Minimum Precipitation:8-12 inches
Lifecycle: Perennial
Planting Seed Rate: 5 lbs/ac
Estimated Seeds Per Pound: 165,000
Optimal Planting Season: Fall
Planting Depth: 1/4 - 1/2 inches
Stratification Required: None
 
Description:
Tapertip Hawksbeard is a native perennial woody forb that blooms during the summer season. It produces numerous ray-like, yellow flower heads that contain milky juice. This plant grows best on medium to coarse textured soils and is known for its drought tolerance. This wildflower is typically found in open arid areas, particularly in foothills and the lower elevations of mountains.

Tapertip Hawksbeard’s importance in wildlife habitat improvement projects is due to its palatable forage. It is consumed by a variety of wildlife including sage grouse, deer, elk, sheep, and cattle. Additionally, the wildflower serves as a pollinator, supporting the health of local ecosystems.

Because of its ability to withstand drought conditions, Tapertip Hawksbeard is a popular choice for land rehabilitation projects. However, it may take several years for plants to establish and produce seed. Despite this, Tapertip Hawksbeard remains a valuable addition to restoration efforts in arid regions of North America.

Not to be confused with Western Hawksbeard.
 
NRCS Profile: https://plants.usda.gov/home/plantProfile?symbol=CRAC2
NRCS Plant Guide: https://plants.usda.gov/DocumentLibrary/plantguide/pdf/pg_crac2.pdf
Additional Resources: https://www.wildflower.org/plants/result.php?id_plant=CRAC2
 
Photo Credit: Matt Lavin