Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cochleatum
ID:
65496

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dahlst. & H.Lindb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 12(2): 73 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000064825



Common Names

  • Cochleate Hawkweed
  • Cochleate Mouse-ear Hawkweed
  • Cochleate Devil's Paintbrush


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Synonyms

  • Taraxacum praelongum G.E.Haglund [unknown]
  • Taraxacum latipes Dahlst. [unknown]
  • Taraxacum subhirtellum Dahlst. [unknown]

Description

Taraxacum cochleatum (also called Alpine Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Alps. It has a basal rosette of leaves, and its stems are covered in white hairs. It grows in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum cochleatum is a popular ornamental plant that can be used in gardens and landscapes. It is also known for its medicinal properties and can be used to treat skin ailments, digestive problems, and respiratory issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum cochleatum is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, oblong and dark brown in color. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elaeocarpus taprobanicus is a small tree, typically growing to a height of 5–15 m. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Taraxacum cochleatum

Taraxacum cochleatum can be found in the mountains of central and southern Europe.

Taraxacum cochleatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum cochleatum?

Taraxacum cochleatum

What is the common name of Taraxacum cochleatum?

Horned Dandelion

Where is Taraxacum cochleatum found?

Taraxacum cochleatum is found in North America, Europe, and Asia

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-21764: Based on the initial data import
Gustav Adolf Hugo Dahlstedt (1856-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dahlst.' in the authors string.
Harald Lindberg (1871-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Lindb.' in the authors string.