Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
carptum
ID:
51406

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Øllg. & J.Räsänen

Source:
gcc

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 45(5): 376 (-377; fig. 1) (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000050735



Common Names

  • Carpathian Dandelion
  • Carpathian Taraxacum
  • Taraxacum Carptum


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Description

Taraxacum carptum (also called 'Carpet Dandelion', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant, native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum carptum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum carptum is yellow in color and has a single yellow center. The seed is small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves that are oval in shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum carptum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When grown in containers, it should be fertilized regularly and watered regularly. When grown in the ground, it should be mulched to help retain moisture.

Where to Find Taraxacum carptum

Taraxacum carptum can be found in meadows, fields, and disturbed areas in Europe, North America, and Asia.

Taraxacum carptum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum carptum?

Taraxacum carptum

What is the common name of Taraxacum carptum?

Carptum Dandelion

What is the family of Taraxacum carptum?

Asteraceae

Where is Taraxacum carptum native to?

Europe and North America

What type of plant is Taraxacum carptum?

Herbaceous perennial

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-149271: Based on the initial data import
Hans Øllgaard (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Øllg.' in the authors string.
Juhani Räsänen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Räsänen' in the authors string.