Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atriceps
ID:
87748

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.E.Haglund

Source:
gcc

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Nytt Mag. Naturvidensk. 82: 85 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087077



Common Names

  • Atriceps Taraxacum
  • Taraxacum Atriceps
  • Atriceps


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Description

Taraxacum atriceps (also called Black-headed Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has lance-shaped leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum atriceps is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used medicinally to treat skin diseases and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum atriceps is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are thin and have a pale green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum atriceps is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is drought-tolerant and can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Divisions should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Taraxacum atriceps

Taraxacum atriceps is native to the alpine regions of Europe, primarily in the Alps and Pyrenees.

Taraxacum atriceps FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum atriceps?

Taraxacum atriceps

What is the common name of Taraxacum atriceps?

Black-headed Dandelion

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum atriceps?

Taraxacum atriceps is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands in Europe and North America.

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-43452: Based on the initial data import
Gustaf Emanuel Haglund (1900-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.E.Haglund' in the authors string.