Status:
valid
Authors:
Andrz. ex Besser
Source:
gcc
Year:
1822
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. [Besser] 75, 106. 1822
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020721
Common Names
- Taraxacum Erythrospermum
- Erythrospermum Dandelion
- Red-Seeded Dandelion
Synonyms
- Taraxacum scanicum Dahlst. [unknown]
- Leontodon laevigatus Willd. [unknown]
- Taraxacum tauricum Kotov [unknown]
- Taraxacum laevigatum DC. [unknown]
- Taraxacum erythrospermum erythrospermum [unknown]
- Taraxacum laevigatum laevigatum [unknown]
- Taraxacum laevigatum laevigatum [unknown]
- Taraxacum austriacum austriacum [unknown]
- Taraxacum laevigatum laevigatum [unknown]
- Taraxacum erythrospermum erythrospermum [unknown]
- Taraxacum punctatum A.J.Richards [unknown]
- Leontodon erythrospermus Eichw. [unknown]
- Taraxacum austriacum Soest [unknown]
- Taraxacum officinale erythrospermum (Andrz.) Bab. [unknown]
- Taraxacum laevigatum erythrospermum (Andrz.) J.Weiss [unknown]
- Leontodon erythrospermum (Andrz. ex Besser) Eichw. [unknown]
- Therogeron disseminatum G.E.Haglund [unknown]
- Taraxacum austriacum punctatum (Richards) R.Doll [unknown]
Description
Taraxacum erythrospermum (also called 'Red-seeded Dandelion', among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Taraxacum erythrospermum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and also as a source of food for some species of birds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Taraxacum erythrospermum has yellow flowers with red centres and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Taraxacum erythrospermum is a perennial plant that is native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers moist soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Taraxacum erythrospermum
Taraxacum erythrospermum can be found in the alpine regions of Europe.
Taraxacum erythrospermum FAQ
What are the common names of Taraxacum erythrospermum?
Taraxacum erythrospermum is commonly known as red-seeded dandelion.
What is the scientific classification of Taraxacum erythrospermum?
Taraxacum erythrospermum is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae.
Where is Taraxacum erythrospermum found?
Taraxacum erythrospermum 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,