Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
deminutum
ID:
119178

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kirschner & Štěpánek

Source:
gcc

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 28(3): 319 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000118507



Common Names

  • Taraxacum Deminutum
  • Small-Flowered Dandelion
  • Small-Flowered Hawkweed


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Description

Taraxacum deminutum (also called 'Small-headed Dandelion', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and Middle East, and it typically grows in dry, rocky areas. It has a slender, upright stem and narrow, lance-shaped leaves. The flower heads are yellow and have both disc and ray florets.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum deminutum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used to attract pollinators to gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum deminutum is a yellow-brown disc floret with a white ligule. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a short beak. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum deminutum is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It is easy to propagate by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is best grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Taraxacum deminutum

Taraxacum deminutum is native to Europe and is found in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands. It can be found in the wild in the UK, Germany, France, and Scandinavia.

Taraxacum deminutum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum deminutum?

Taraxacum deminutum

What is the growth habit of Taraxacum deminutum?

Taraxacum deminutum is an herbaceous perennial with a rosette-forming growth habit.

Where is Taraxacum deminutum found?

Taraxacum deminutum is found in Europe and North Africa.

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-79832: Based on the initial data import
Jan Kirschner (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kirschner' in the authors string.
Jan Štěpánek (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Štěpánek' in the authors string.