Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hamatiforme
ID:
83452

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dahlst.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Dahlst. - in Lindman, Sv. Fanerogamfl.. 1918

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000082781



Common Names

  • Taraxacum Hamatiforme
  • Taraxacum
  • Hamatiforme


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Synonyms

  • Taraxacum hamatifrons Dahlst. [unknown]

Description

Taraxacum hamatiforme (also called Hamatiform Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum hamatiforme is used as an ornamental plant and in landscaping. It is also used in erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum hamatiforme is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, with a white pappus. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves, with the first leaves being spoon-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum hamatiforme is a perennial herbaceous plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny position and lightly covered with soil. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions planted in a potting mix. Water regularly and keep in a warm, sunny spot until established.

Where to Find Taraxacum hamatiforme

Taraxacum hamatiforme is native to Europe and can be found in the wild in the mountains of France, Switzerland, and Italy.

Taraxacum hamatiforme FAQ

What is the growth habit of Taraxacum hamatiforme?

Taraxacum hamatiforme is an herbaceous perennial with a rosette-forming habit.

What type of soil does Taraxacum hamatiforme prefer?

Taraxacum hamatiforme prefers moist, well-drained soils.

What is the hardiness zone for Taraxacum hamatiforme?

Taraxacum hamatiforme is hardy in USDA zones 3-7.

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-39282: Based on the initial data import
Gustav Adolf Hugo Dahlstedt (1856-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dahlst.' in the authors string.