Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acricorne
ID:
122625

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dahlst.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Kongl. Svenska Vetensk. Acad. Handl. , ser. 3, 8(2): 220 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121954



Common Names

  • Acricorn Dandelion
  • Acricorn Taraxacum
  • Acricorn Plume-thistle


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Description

Taraxacum acricorne (also called sharp-spined dandelion, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe. It grows to a height of up to 30 cm and has hairy stems and leaves. Its flowers are yellow and are borne in clusters on the ends of the stems. It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum acricorne is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum acricorne is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow disc and yellow ray florets. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a yellow flower bud.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum acricorne is a perennial plant that grows to a height of 1 m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Taraxacum acricorne

Taraxacum acricorne is native to Europe and can be found in the countries of Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Moldova, Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Spain, Switzerland, and Ukraine.

Taraxacum acricorne FAQ

What is Taraxacum acricorne?

Taraxacum acricorne is a species of dandelion native to Europe and Asia.

Where does Taraxacum acricorne grow?

Taraxacum acricorne grows in meadows, fields, and roadsides.

What does Taraxacum acricorne look like?

Taraxacum acricorne has yellow flowers and grows to a height of 1-2 feet.

Species in the Taraxacum genus

Taraxacum amborum, Taraxacum cuspidifrons, Taraxacum ochrospermum, Taraxacum vestrobottnicum, Taraxacum flugum, Taraxacum ampliusculum, Taraxacum dispar, Taraxacum variegatum, Taraxacum protractifolium, Taraxacum annae, Taraxacum peraccommodatum, Taraxacum porphyranthum, Taraxacum maeandriforme, Taraxacum leucoglossum, Taraxacum sigillatum, Taraxacum subtenuiforme, Taraxacum ischnolepis, Taraxacum sacrificatum, Taraxacum magnolevigatum, Taraxacum aurorum, Taraxacum euryphyllum, Taraxacum carneocoloratum, Taraxacum arquitenens, Taraxacum bezidum, Taraxacum promontoriorum, Taraxacum schugnanicum, Taraxacum kasachum, Taraxacum uliginosum, Taraxacum oxycentrum, Taraxacum sagittifolium, Taraxacum pictidum, Taraxacum infestum, Taraxacum pervalidum, Taraxacum vanum, Taraxacum enontekiense, Taraxacum crassipes, Taraxacum geirhildae, Taraxacum balcanicum, Taraxacum parvuliforme, Taraxacum pieninicum, Taraxacum pallidissimum, Taraxacum pseudoroseum, Taraxacum japonicum, Taraxacum roseoflavescens, Taraxacum thessalicum, Taraxacum selenoides, Taraxacum pastiniferum, Taraxacum macilentum, Taraxacum latisectum, Taraxacum pseudosuecicum,

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,

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