Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gustavianum
ID:
63307

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sonck

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Memoranda Soc. Fauna Fl. Fenn. 64(2): 83 (1988) (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000062636

Common Names

  • Taraxacum Gustavianum
  • Gustavian Dandelion
  • Gustavian Hawkweed

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Description

Taraxacum gustavianum (also called Russian dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Russia and other parts of Europe. It has yellow flower heads with a diameter of 2–3 cm and is usually found in meadows, pastures, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum gustavianum is used as an ornamental plant and as a food source. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum gustavianum is yellow with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum gustavianum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in early spring and replant in the desired location. To propagate by seed, sow in the spring in a sunny location. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Taraxacum gustavianum

Taraxacum gustavianum is native to Europe and can be found in the wild in countries such as Sweden, Finland, and Norway.

Taraxacum gustavianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum gustavianum?

Taraxacum gustavianum

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum gustavianum?

Grasslands and meadows in the Northern Hemisphere

What is the flowering period of Taraxacum gustavianum?

Late spring to early summer

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-19633: Based on the initial data import
Carl Eric Sonck (1905-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sonck' in the authors string.