Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
impolitum
ID:
15662

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rail.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 1: 134 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014991



Common Names

  • Rough Dandelion
  • Rough-Leaved Dandelion
  • Taraxacum impolitum


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Description

Taraxacum impolitum (also called Rough-leaved Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with yellow flowers and deeply-lobed leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum impolitum is an edible plant that is used in salads and as a garnish. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments. The plant is also known for its ability to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Bright yellow, daisy-like flowers with a yellow center. Seed: Small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. Seedlings: Long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum impolitum is a low-growing, clump-forming perennial that typically grows to 6-12” tall. It is native to rocky hillsides and grasslands in the Mediterranean region. It features daisy-like flowers (to 1” diameter) with white rays and yellow centers. Cultivation and propagation: Taraxacum impolitum is best grown in average, dry to medium, well-drained soils in full sun. It is drought tolerant once established. Propagate by seed or division.

Where to Find Taraxacum impolitum

Taraxacum impolitum can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Taraxacum impolitum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum impolitum?

Taraxacum impolitum

What type of plant is Taraxacum impolitum?

Taraxacum impolitum is a perennial plant.

Where is Taraxacum impolitum native to?

Taraxacum impolitum is native to 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,

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