Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
irritum
ID:
8735

Status:
valid

Authors:
Saarsoo

Source:
gcc

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Gothob. xxvi. 108 (1963).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008064



Common Names

  • Irritum Taraxacum
  • Irritum Dandelion
  • Irritum Hawkweed


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Description

Taraxacum irritum (also called Irritable Taraxacum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is often found in dry, rocky areas and on hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum irritum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, and cough.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum irritum has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum irritum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or fall and keep the soil moist until the seedlings emerge. Division can be done in the spring or fall. Dig up the clumps and divide them into smaller sections, making sure each section has some roots and foliage. Plant the divisions in the desired location and keep the soil moist until the plants are established.

Where to Find Taraxacum irritum

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

Taraxacum irritum FAQ

What are the common names of Taraxacum irritum?

Common names of Taraxacum irritum include bitter gowan, bitter dandelion, and bitterwort.

What type of plant is Taraxacum irritum?

Taraxacum irritum is a flowering plant in the Asteraceae family.

Where does Taraxacum irritum grow?

Taraxacum irritum is native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

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-107803: Based on the initial data import
Bernhard Saarsoo (1899-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Saarsoo' in the authors string.