Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cornutum
ID:
23591

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dahlst.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Bot. Not. 1905: 163; et in Arkiv Bot. S

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022920



Common Names

  • Taraxacum cornutum
  • Horned Dandelion
  • Horned Cat's Ear


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Description

Taraxacum cornutum (also called cornflower dandelion, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and it typically grows in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands. It has yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum cornutum is used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant, as it produces attractive yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum cornutum is yellow and has a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum cornutum is a perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Water regularly and keep the soil moist. Division can be done in spring or fall. Dig up the plant and divide the roots into several sections. Replant the sections in moist soil and water regularly.

Where to Find Taraxacum cornutum

Taraxacum cornutum can be found in the western United States, from California to Idaho and Montana.

Taraxacum cornutum FAQ

What type of plant is Taraxacum cornutum?

Taraxacum cornutum is a perennial herbaceous plant.

Where is Taraxacum cornutum found?

Taraxacum cornutum is found in Europe, Asia, and North America.

What is the growth habit of Taraxacum cornutum?

Taraxacum cornutum has a low-growing, rosette-forming habit.

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,

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