Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cephalum
ID:
125812

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Doll

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 87(7-8): 454 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125141



Common Names

  • Common Dandelion
  • Cephalum Dandelion
  • Taraxacum Dandelion


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Description

Taraxacum cephalum (also called Head Taraxacum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum cephalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum cephalum is a yellow dandelion-like head with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a diameter of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings are thin and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum cephalum is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. When grown from seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. When propagating from cuttings, the cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and placed in a well-drained potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Taraxacum cephalum

Taraxacum cephalum can be found in the temperate regions of Europe and Asia.

Taraxacum cephalum FAQ

What are the growth requirements of Taraxacum cephalum?

Taraxacum cephalum prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

How can I propagate Taraxacum cephalum?

Taraxacum cephalum can be propagated from seed or by division of the clumps.

What are the common pests and diseases of Taraxacum cephalum?

Taraxacum cephalum is generally pest and disease free, but can be susceptible to powdery mildew and root rot.

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-86229: Based on the initial data import
Reinhard Doll (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Doll' in the authors string.