Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
estrelense
ID:
59073

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Galán & Vicente Orell.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 26(5-6): 361 (-363; figs. 1-3 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000058402

Common Names

  • Estrela Dandelion
  • Estrela Hawkweed
  • Estrela Cat's-ear

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Description

Taraxacum estrelense (also called Estrela Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and pastures, and is characterized by its long and narrow leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum estrelense is used as a food source and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum estrelense has yellow flowers that are arranged in a single row. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum estrelense is a perennial plant that is easily propagated by seed or division. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Taraxacum estrelense

Taraxacum estrelense can be found in Portugal.

Taraxacum estrelense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum estrelense?

Taraxacum estrelense

What is the common name of Taraxacum estrelense?

Star Dandelion

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum estrelense?

It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

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-157118: Based on the initial data import
Antonio Galán de Mera (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Galán' in the authors string.
José Alfredo Vicente Orellana: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vicente Orell.' in the authors string.