Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gibbosum
ID:
131022

Status:
valid

Authors:
Saarsoo

Source:
gcc

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Svensk Bot. Tidskr. 56: 160 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130351

Common Names

  • Taraxacum gibbosum
  • Gibbous Dandelion
  • Gibbous Puffball

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Description

Taraxacum gibbosum (also called gibbous dandelion, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial, growing up to 1 m in height. It is native to Europe, and is found in open and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum gibbosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as an ingredient in traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum gibbosum is yellow and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is an achene, small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum gibbosum is a perennial herb native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a cool climate and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Taraxacum gibbosum

Taraxacum gibbosum can be found in the Alps of central Europe.

Taraxacum gibbosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum gibbosum?

Taraxacum gibbosum

What is the family of Taraxacum gibbosum?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Taraxacum gibbosum?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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-91251: Based on the initial data import
Bernhard Saarsoo (1899-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Saarsoo' in the authors string.