Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brevisectum
ID:
81584

Status:
valid

Authors:
Palmgr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Acta Soc. Fauna Fl. Fenn. xxxiv. n.° 1, 28 (1910).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080913



Common Names

  • Taraxacum brevisectum
  • Short-segmented Dandelion
  • Brevisectum Taraxacum


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Description

Taraxacum brevisectum (also called Short-segmented Dandelion, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe. It has a stem that is up to 1 meter tall and is covered in small white hairs. It is found in open areas, such as fields and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum brevisectum is used as an ornamental plant and for ground cover. It is also used to attract beneficial insects and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum brevisectum is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum brevisectum is a fast-growing, short-lived perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Taraxacum brevisectum

Taraxacum brevisectum is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.

Taraxacum brevisectum FAQ

What is the ideal soil pH for Taraxacum brevisectum?

Taraxacum brevisectum prefers a soil pH of 6.5-7.5.

What is the ideal temperature for Taraxacum brevisectum?

Taraxacum brevisectum prefers temperatures between 65-75°F.

How much sunlight does Taraxacum brevisectum need?

Taraxacum brevisectum prefers full sun to partial shade.

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-3748: Based on the initial data import
Alvar Palmgren (1880-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Palmgr.' in the authors string.