Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pseudotaraxaci
ID:
1928

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schur) Holub

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 12(3): 307 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001257



Common Names

  • False Dandelion
  • Pseudotaraxaci
  • Scorzoneroides


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Synonyms

  • Leontodon pseudotaraxaci Schur [unknown]
  • Leontodon montanus pseudotaraxaci (Schur) Finch & P.D.Sell [unknown]

Description

Scorzoneroides pseudotaraxaci (also called False Taraxacum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves that are linear and lanceolate in shape, and its flowers are yellow and daisy-like. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, and is often found in rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Scorzoneroides pseudotaraxaci is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scorzoneroides pseudotaraxaci is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scorzoneroides pseudotaraxaci is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Scorzoneroides pseudotaraxaci

Scorzoneroides pseudotaraxaci is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Scorzoneroides pseudotaraxaci FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scorzoneroides pseudotaraxaci?

Scorzoneroides pseudotaraxaci

What is the common name of Scorzoneroides pseudotaraxaci?

Taraxacum pseudotaraxaci

What is the natural habitat of Scorzoneroides pseudotaraxaci?

Scorzoneroides pseudotaraxaci is found in alpine meadows and grasslands in the mountains of Europe

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-101202: Based on the initial data import
Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
Philipp Johann Ferdinand Schur (1799-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schur' in the authors string.