Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
assemani
ID:
54197

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.I.Blanche ex Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 3: 791 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000053526



Common Names

  • Assemani's Dandelion
  • Assemani's Blowball
  • Assemani's Puffball


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Synonyms

  • Taraxacum primigenium Hand.-Mazz. [unknown]
  • Taraxacum primigeniforme Soest [unknown]

Description

Taraxacum assemani (also called 'Asseman's Dandelion', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has bright yellow flowers and deeply divided leaves with a hairy texture. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and other areas with moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum assemani is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum assemani is yellow, with a single row of petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum assemani is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It can tolerate drought and is resistant to most pests and diseases.

Where to Find Taraxacum assemani

Taraxacum assemani is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and North Africa. It can be found in dry grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Taraxacum assemani FAQ

What type of plant is Taraxacum assemani?

Taraxacum assemani is a species of dandelion.

Where is Taraxacum assemani found?

Taraxacum assemani is found in the Mediterranean region.

What are the uses of Taraxacum assemani?

Taraxacum assemani is used in traditional medicine and as a food source.

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-152114: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Charles Isodore Blanche (1823-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.I.Blanche' in the authors string.