Leontodon sp.
Hawkbit, Hawkbit
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Family: Asteraceae · Type: Perennial · Not Native
Leontodon sp. (Hawkbit) is a non-native California perennial in the Asteraceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Hypochaeris: Hypochaeris has stem leaves and branched stems, Leontodon is all basal leaves with unbranched stalks.; vs Agoseris: Agoseris has uniform simple bristles on all seeds, Leontodon has mixed scales and feathery bristles.; vs Taraxacum: Taraxacum has uniform bristles on all seeds, Leontodon has short scales on outer seeds.; vs Crepis: Crepis has branching stems with stem leaves, Leontodon has leafless single-headed stalks.; vs Scorzoneroides: Scorzoneroides has uniform pappus on all seeds, Leontodon has dual pappus types.
Frequently asked questions
Is Leontodon sp. native to California?
No. Leontodon sp. is not native to California (recorded as not native).
What plant family does Leontodon sp. belong to?
Leontodon sp. is in the Asteraceae family, genus Leontodon.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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