Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
graecum
ID:
27987

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dahlst.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. ix. 6 (1926).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027316



Common Names

  • Taraxacum graecum
  • Greek Dandelion
  • Greek Dandelion-flower


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Description

Taraxacum graecum (also called Greek Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands. It has a basal rosette of leaves with long, narrow, and toothed leaflets. The flower heads are yellow and have a single row of ray florets.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum graecum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as an herbal remedy for digestive issues, colds, and skin irritations.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Plectranthus ciliatus are white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum graecum is a fast-growing, perennial plant that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can be grown in containers. It needs to be pruned regularly to keep it from becoming leggy.

Where to Find Taraxacum graecum

Taraxacum graecum can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Taraxacum graecum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum graecum?

Taraxacum graecum

What is the common name of Taraxacum graecum?

Greek Dandelion

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum graecum?

It is found in dry grasslands, scrub and rocky areas.

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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