Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bessarabicum
ID:
33135

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hornem.) Hand.-Mazz.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Taraxacum : 26 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032464



Common Names

  • Taraxacum bessarabicum
  • Bessarabian Dandelion
  • Bessarabian Taraxacum


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Synonyms

  • Leontodon bessarabicus Fisch. [unknown]
  • Taraxacum erythrospermum bessarabicum (Hornem.) DC. [unknown]
  • Leontodon bessarabicus Hornem. [unknown]
  • Taraxacum microcephalum Schur [unknown]
  • Taraxacum fulvipilis Harv. [unknown]

Description

Taraxacum bessarabicum (also called Bessarabian dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial plant of the Asteraceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Eastern Europe and is found in meadows, grasslands, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum bessarabicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and headache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum bessarabicum is yellow, with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like structure.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum bessarabicum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer. Once established, it requires little maintenance and can tolerate drought.

Where to Find Taraxacum bessarabicum

Taraxacum bessarabicum is native to Central and Eastern Europe and can be found in areas with full sun and moist soil.

Taraxacum bessarabicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum bessarabicum?

Taraxacum bessarabicum

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum bessarabicum?

Taraxacum bessarabicum is native to the Caucasus region.

What are the uses of Taraxacum bessarabicum?

Taraxacum bessarabicum is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

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-131393: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich von Handel-Mazzetti (1882-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hand.-Mazz.' in the authors string.
Jens Wilken Hornemann (1770-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hornem.' in the authors string.