Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aquitanum
ID:
43927

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hofstra

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France, Lett. Bot. 135(4-5): 377 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043256



Common Names

  • Aquitaine Dandelion
  • Aquitaine Hawkweed
  • Aquitaine Dandelion


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Description

Taraxacum aquitanum (also called Aquitanian dandelion, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant of the daisy family. It is native to Europe and is found in dry grasslands and scrublands. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall stem with yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum aquitanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to attract butterflies and other pollinators. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum aquitanum is a yellow-white daisy-like flower. The seeds are small, black and have a white tuft of hairs. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves that are hairy and spiny.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum aquitanum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F).

Where to Find Taraxacum aquitanum

Taraxacum aquitanum is native to southwestern Europe, including Spain, France, and Portugal. It can be found in moist meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Taraxacum aquitanum FAQ

What type of plant is Taraxacum aquitanum?

Taraxacum aquitanum is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae.

Where is Taraxacum aquitanum native to?

Taraxacum aquitanum is native to the Caucasus region.

What is the growth habit of Taraxacum aquitanum?

Taraxacum aquitanum is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 30 cm tall.

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-141839: Based on the initial data import
J. Hofstra: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hofstra' in the authors string.