Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gilliesii
ID:
28896

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Arn.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Companion Bot. Mag. 1: 31 (1835)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028225



Common Names

  • Gillies Taraxacum
  • Gillies Dandelion
  • Taraxacum Gilliesii


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Synonyms

  • Taraxacum magellanicum Comm. ex Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Taraxacum andinum Dahlst. [unknown]
  • Taraxacum ibari Phil. [unknown]
  • Taraxacum magellanicum magellanicum [unknown]
  • Taraxacum magellanicum lobatum Dahlst. [unknown]
  • Taraxacum dens-leonis laevigatum (Willd.) Hook. [unknown]
  • Taraxacum magellanicum magellanicum [unknown]
  • Taraxacum rhusiocarpum Dahlst. [unknown]
  • Taraxacum laevigatum magellanicum (Comm. ex Sch.Bip.) Reiche [unknown]

Description

Taraxacum gilliesii (also called Gillies' Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with yellow flowers and a long taproot. It is native to the western United States and Canada, and is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and deserts.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum gilliesii is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to South America and is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has a number of medicinal uses, including treating skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum gilliesii has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum gilliesii is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.

Where to Find Taraxacum gilliesii

Taraxacum gilliesii is native to South America and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Taraxacum gilliesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum gilliesii?

Taraxacum gilliesii

What is the common name of Taraxacum gilliesii?

Gillies' Dandelion

What is the family of Taraxacum gilliesii?

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-12728: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.