Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atratum
ID:
95248

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.E.Haglund

Source:
gcc

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Nytt Mag. Naturvidensk. 86: 50 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094577

Common Names

  • Common Dandelion
  • Common Dandelion Taraxacum
  • Common Dandelion Taraxacum Atratum

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Description

Taraxacum atratum (also called Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to temperate regions of the Americas and Europe. It grows up to 0.5 meters in height and has small yellow flowers. It is found in disturbed habitats such as roadsides, pastures, and abandoned fields.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum atratum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a hedge plant, and as a medicinal plant. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties and is used to treat wounds, skin infections, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum atratum has yellow flowers with five petals, small seeds, and small seedlings with narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum atratum is a perennial herb native to Europe. It is typically grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. Propagation is typically done through division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. Cuttings should be taken in the summer when the plant is actively growing. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and should be about 4 inches long.

Where to Find Taraxacum atratum

Taraxacum atratum can be found in the alpine meadows of the Alps.

Taraxacum atratum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum atratum?

Taraxacum atratum

What is the common name of Taraxacum atratum?

Black Taraxacum

Where is Taraxacum atratum found?

Taraxacum atratum is found in the mountains of Central 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-50772: Based on the initial data import
Gustaf Emanuel Haglund (1900-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.E.Haglund' in the authors string.