Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
baluchistanicum
ID:
47001

Status:
valid

Authors:
Soest

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 122: 259 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000046330



Common Names

  • Taraxacum
  • Baluchistanicum
  • Baluchistan Dandelion


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Description

Taraxacum baluchistanicum (also called Baluchistan Dandelion, among many other common names) is an annual herb in the Asteraceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves, and its flower heads are composed of yellow disc florets and white ray florets. It is native to the Middle East, and it typically grows in moist soils in open woodlands and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum baluchistanicum is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to Central Asia. It is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum baluchistanicum has yellow flowers with a single row of petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum baluchistanicum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize once a month. Deadhead the flowers to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Taraxacum baluchistanicum

Taraxacum baluchistanicum is native to the Middle East and Central Asia. It can be found in dry, open areas such as roadsides and fields.

Taraxacum baluchistanicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum baluchistanicum?

Taraxacum baluchistanicum

What type of plant is Taraxacum baluchistanicum?

It is a perennial herb

What is the growth habit of Taraxacum baluchistanicum?

It has a low-growing, spreading habit

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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