Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
egregium
ID:
122114

Status:
valid

Authors:
Markl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Fenn. xxiii. 44, 89 (1938).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121443



Common Names

  • Common Dandelion
  • Dandelion
  • Lion's Tooth


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Synonyms

  • Taraxacum fallacinum Sonck & al. [unknown]
  • Taraxacum fallacinum Sonck, Kirschner & Štěpánek [unknown]

Description

Taraxacum egregium (also called Large-flowered Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a single stem with a yellow flower head. It typically grows in grassy areas, meadows and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum egregium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum egregium is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum egregium is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil pH levels. To propagate by division, divide the plant in the spring or fall and replant in the same area. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in the spring in a well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light. The seeds will germinate in about 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Taraxacum egregium

Taraxacum egregium can be found in Europe, Asia, and North America.

Taraxacum egregium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum egregium?

Taraxacum egregium

What is the common name of Taraxacum egregium?

Common Dandelion

What is the family of Taraxacum egregium?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-82661: Based on the initial data import
Gunnar Marklund (1892-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Markl.' in the authors string.