Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
asturiense
ID:
73509

Status:
valid

Authors:
Soest

Source:
gcc

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Neerl. 20(1): 145 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072838



Common Names

  • Asturian Dandelion
  • Asturian Hawkbit
  • Asturian Butterbur


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Description

Taraxacum asturiense (also called Asturian Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Europe and grows in grasslands, meadows, and alpine pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum asturiense is a perennial plant that is often used in gardens as a decorative element. It is also known to have medicinal properties, such as being used to treat skin conditions and to reduce inflammation. It can also be used to attract beneficial insects, such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum asturiense is a yellow, daisy-like flower, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum asturiense is a perennial that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When planting, space the plants 18-24 inches apart. Water regularly and fertilize in spring and summer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Taraxacum asturiense

Taraxacum asturiense is native to the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey and the Middle East.

Taraxacum asturiense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum asturiense?

Taraxacum asturiense

What is the family of Taraxacum asturiense?

Asteraceae

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum asturiense?

Grasslands and meadows

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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