Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
adpressiforme
ID:
129496

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.E.Haglund

Source:
gcc

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Nytt Mag. Naturvidensk. 86: 46 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128825



Common Names

  • Prairie Dandelion
  • Adpressed Dandelion
  • Narrow-Leaved Dandelion


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Description

Taraxacum adpressiforme (also called 'Compressed Dandelion', 'Flat-headed Dandelion', and 'Flat-headed Hawkweed', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm in height. It has yellow flowers and is native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It is found in meadows, grasslands, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum adpressiforme is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum adpressiforme is a bright yellow flower with a single petal. The seed is a small, dark brown, round-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and small, round-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum adpressiforme is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer, and divisions should be taken in spring or autumn. The divisions should be taken from the top of the plant, and should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Taraxacum adpressiforme

Taraxacum adpressiforme is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and other open areas.

Taraxacum adpressiforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum adpressiforme?

Taraxacum adpressiforme

What type of plant is Taraxacum adpressiforme?

Taraxacum adpressiforme is a perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum adpressiforme?

Taraxacum adpressiforme is native to Europe

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-89786: Based on the initial data import
Gustaf Emanuel Haglund (1900-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.E.Haglund' in the authors string.