Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
flos-lacus
ID:
125194

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kirschner & Štěpánek

Source:
gcc

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Preslia 73(3): 277 (2001) (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000124523



Common Names

  • Taraxacum
  • Dandelion
  • Lion's Tooth


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Description

Taraxacum flos-lacus (also called Marsh Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and North Africa. It has large, ovate leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in wet, marshy areas such as meadows, marshes, and wet pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum flos-lacus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source in salads and as a tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Taraxacum flos-lacus are small and white, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, round leaves with a white underside.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum flos-lacus is a perennial herb that grows in temperate climates. It can be propagated from seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The plant prefers full sun and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Taraxacum flos-lacus

Taraxacum flos-lacus is native to the temperate climates of Europe, including Austria, France, Germany, and Switzerland.

Taraxacum flos-lacus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum flos-lacus?

Taraxacum flos-lacus

What is the common name of Taraxacum flos-lacus?

Taraxacum

What is the family of Taraxacum flos-lacus?

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-85621: Based on the initial data import
Jan Kirschner (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kirschner' in the authors string.
Jan Štěpánek (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Štěpánek' in the authors string.