Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fragosum
ID:
17389

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sonck

Source:
gcc

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 21(2): 162 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016718



Common Names

  • Fragosum Dandelion
  • Taraxacum fragosum
  • Fragosum's Dandelion


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Description

Taraxacum fragosum (also called 'Fragrant Dandelion', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 0.5 meters tall. It is native to Europe and grows in meadows, pastures, and along roadsides. It has a smooth stem and yellow-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum fragosum is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum fragosum is a yellow-white disc flower. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum fragosum is a perennial plant that is native to Europe and Asia. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, moist soil. Propagation is done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. The seed should be sown in a cold frame and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Taraxacum fragosum

Taraxacum fragosum can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Oregon, and Washington.

Taraxacum fragosum FAQ

What are the common names of Taraxacum fragosum?

Common names of Taraxacum fragosum include Fragrant Dandelion, Fragrant Dandelion Plant, and Fragrant Dandelionweed.

What is the scientific classification of Taraxacum fragosum?

The scientific classification of Taraxacum fragosum is as follows: Kingdom: Plantae; Division: Magnoliophyta; Class: Magnoliopsida; Order: Asterales; Family: Asteraceae; Genus: Taraxacum; Species: T. fragosum.

What is the growth habit of Taraxacum fragosum?

Taraxacum fragosum is an annual or biennial plant that grows up to 3 feet tall. It has a single, erect stem and produces daisy-like flowers with yellow centers and white petals.

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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