Taraxacum bithynicum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bithynicum
ID:
67828
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7(1): 149 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000067157
Common Names
- Bithynian Dandelion
- Bithynian Taraxacum
- Bithynian Plume Thistle
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Taraxacum bithynicum (also called the Bithynian Dandelion, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 10 cm in height. It is native to Europe and typically grows in alpine meadows and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Taraxacum bithynicum is used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive problems and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Taraxacum bithynicum is yellow, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, with a single seed inside. The seedling is a rosette of leaves, with a single stem and a yellow flower bud at the center.
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Taraxacum bithynicum can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. To propagate by division, dig up the plant in the spring or fall and divide the clumps. Replant the divisions in the same location or in a new location. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in the spring or fall. Keep the soil moist until germination occurs. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted to their permanent location.
Where to Find Taraxacum bithynicum
Taraxacum bithynicum is found in Turkey and the Caucasus.
Taraxacum bithynicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Taraxacum bithynicum?
Taraxacum bithynicum
What is the common name of Taraxacum bithynicum?
Bithynian Dandelion
What is the family of Taraxacum bithynicum?
Asteraceae
Where is Taraxacum bithynicum found?
It is found in the Mediterranean region.
What is the habitat of Taraxacum bithynicum?
It is found in grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.
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-24028: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.