Crepis rubra Pink Hawk's-beard
In full flower in the sunshine this is a spectacular and showy plant which can be nearly half a metre tall at maximum height. Although not widespread throughout the Mediterranean, where it does grow it can be a roadside weed with pink or white flowers.
Roadside near Monte St. Angelo (RHS & LHS) and near Monte Sacro (Middle), Gargano, Italy 21st April 2009
Added on December 4th 2009, updated 21st March 2010, updated 7th Dec 2012