Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Øllg.
Source:
gcc
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Polish Bot. J. 48(1): 2 (-5; figs.) (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000056322
Common Names
- Glowackii Taraxacum
- Taraxacum
- Glowackii
Description
Taraxacum glowackii (also called Glowacki's Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Bolivia. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow flowers. It is commonly found in moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Taraxacum glowackii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Taraxacum glowackii is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Taraxacum glowackii is an herbaceous perennial that is native to Europe. It is easy to grow and propagate from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought and is tolerant of salt spray. It can be propagated from divisions taken in spring or summer. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. They should be kept moist until they have established. Seeds can be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. They should be kept moist until they germinate.
Where to Find Taraxacum glowackii
Taraxacum glowackii can be found in meadows and pastures in Central and Eastern Europe.
Taraxacum glowackii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Taraxacum glowackii?
Taraxacum glowackii
What is the family of Taraxacum glowackii?
Asteraceae
What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum glowackii?
Grasslands and meadows
What is the flowering period of Taraxacum glowackii?
Spring to early summer
What is the distribution of Taraxacum glowackii?
Central and eastern Europe
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,