Taraxacum dilucidum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dilucidum
ID:
19897
Status:
valid
Authors:
Soest
Source:
gcc
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Échange Pl. Vasc. Eur. Occid. Bassin Médit. 16: 129 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000019226
Common Names
- Taraxacum dilucidum
- Dilucid Dandelion
- Giant Dandelion
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Taraxacum dilucidum (also called Pale dandelion, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and parts of Asia. It has a branching stem and yellow flowers that grow in a flat-topped cluster. It typically grows in sunny, dry areas such as grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Taraxacum dilucidum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to attract butterflies and bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Taraxacum dilucidum is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves that are covered in fine hairs.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Taraxacum dilucidum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Division of the clumps is also possible.
Where to Find Taraxacum dilucidum
Taraxacum dilucidum can be found in moist meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas in Europe, Asia, and North America.
Taraxacum dilucidum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Taraxacum dilucidum?
Taraxacum dilucidum
What type of plant is Taraxacum dilucidum?
It is a perennial herb
Where is Taraxacum dilucidum found?
It is found in Europe and North America
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-118586: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Leendert van Soest (1898-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soest' in the authors string.