Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
desideratum
ID:
81194

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sonck

Source:
gcc

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 35(1): 31 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080523



Common Names

  • Desideratum Dandelion
  • Desideratum Blowball
  • Desideratum Puffball


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Description

Taraxacum desideratum (also called Desired Taraxacum, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has ovate to lanceolate leaves and yellow flower heads. It typically grows in moist, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum desideratum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum desideratum has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are hairy and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum desideratum is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating from cuttings, take a cutting from a mature plant and place it in a pot with a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light. Once the cutting has rooted, it can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Taraxacum desideratum

Taraxacum desideratum is native to Europe and can be found in open, grassy areas.

Taraxacum desideratum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum desideratum?

Taraxacum desideratum

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum desideratum?

Taraxacum desideratum is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the characteristics of Taraxacum desideratum?

Taraxacum desideratum is an evergreen shrub with small, glossy leaves and white flowers.

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-37091: Based on the initial data import
Carl Eric Sonck (1905-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sonck' in the authors string.