Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dissectum
ID:
29161

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ledeb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ross. 2(2,7): 814 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028490



Common Names

  • Dissected Dandelion
  • Cutleaf Dandelion
  • Cutleaf Hawkweed


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Description

Taraxacum dissectum (also called Cutleaf Dandelion, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant that is native to Europe and North Africa. It has a single stem that can reach up to 1.5 meters in height, with deeply lobed leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in open woodlands, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum dissectum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for bees and other insects. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin conditions, digestive issues, and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum dissectum is a yellow-orange daisy-like flower head with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped with a diameter of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings are small, with a rosette of spiny leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum dissectum is a perennial that can be propagated by seeds or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location in spring or summer. Water regularly to keep the soil moist.

Where to Find Taraxacum dissectum

Taraxacum dissectum can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Taraxacum dissectum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum dissectum?

Taraxacum dissectum

What is the common name of Taraxacum dissectum?

Dissected Dandelion

What is the family of Taraxacum dissectum?

Asteraceae

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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