Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
callosum
ID:
128265

Status:
valid

Authors:
Soest

Source:
gcc

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Neerl. viii. 127 (1959).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127594



Common Names

  • Taraxacum callosum
  • Callose Dandelion
  • Callous Dandelion


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Description

Taraxacum callosum (also called common dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Europe and North Africa. It has yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum callosum is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Taraxacum callosum are yellow and daisy-like, with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum callosum is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best planted in the spring or fall. Division is best done in the spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in the spring or fall in a well-prepared seed bed. Water regularly and keep the soil moist until the seedlings are established.

Where to Find Taraxacum callosum

Taraxacum callosum is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Taraxacum callosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum callosum?

Taraxacum callosum

What is the common name of Taraxacum callosum?

Callose dandelion

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum callosum?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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