Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
taraxacifolia
ID:
30293

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willd.) Amin ex C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 18(3): 474 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029622



Common Names

  • Launaea taraxacifolia
  • Taraxacifolia Lettuce
  • Desert Lettuce


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Description

Launaea taraxacifolia (also called Taraxacum-leaved Launaea, among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is native to Africa, and is commonly found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Launaea taraxacifolia is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Launaea taraxacifolia is a yellow-orange disc floret surrounded by a ring of yellow ray florets. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Launaea taraxacifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in a warm, moist climate and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall, with the divisions planted in a light, sandy soil.

Where to Find Launaea taraxacifolia

Launaea taraxacifolia is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Launaea taraxacifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Launaea taraxacifolia?

Launaea taraxacifolia

What is the common name of Launaea taraxacifolia?

Taraxacum-Leaved Launaea

What type of plant is Launaea taraxacifolia?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Launaea genus

Launaea sarmentosa, Launaea quercifolia, Launaea oligocephala, Launaea capitata, Launaea aspleniifolia, Launaea picridioides, Launaea polydichotoma, Launaea almahrahensis, Launaea thalassica, Launaea nudicaulis, Launaea rogersii, Launaea violacea, Launaea hafunensis, Launaea nudicaulis, Launaea viminea, Launaea viminea, Launaea taraxacifolia, Launaea cabrae, Launaea nana, Launaea platyphylla, Launaea microcephala, Launaea socotrana, Launaea picridioides, Launaea arborescens, Launaea stocksiana, Launaea korovinii, Launaea massauensis, Launaea stenocephala, Launaea rhynchocarpa, Launaea acanthodes, Launaea petitiana, Launaea angustifolia, Launaea mucronata, Launaea polyclada, Launaea benadirensis, Launaea spinosa, Launaea bornmuelleri, Launaea quettaensis, Launaea castanosperma, Launaea cornuta, Launaea intybacea, Launaea massauensis, Launaea secunda, Launaea pumila, Launaea cervicornis, Launaea acaulis, Launaea procumbens, Launaea crepoides, Launaea amal-aminiae, Launaea crassifolia,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-128628: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.
Amal Amin (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Amin' in the authors string.