Status:
valid
Authors:
Sahlin
Source:
gcc
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 52(3-4): 393 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094853
Common Names
- Laciniate Dandelion
- Cutleaf Dandelion
- Cut-Leaf Dandelion
Description
Taraxacum lacistrum (also called White-flowered Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to Europe and Asia. It grows up to 30 cm tall and has small, white, daisy-like flowers. It is found in moist, open areas, such as meadows and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Taraxacum lacistrum is a plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has a long flowering period and is a great choice for gardeners who want to add a splash of colour to their garden. It is also known for its medicinal properties, as it has been used to treat skin conditions, fever, and even malaria.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Taraxacum lacistrum is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Taraxacum lacistrum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is best to sow seeds in the spring and divide the clumps in the fall. It is also important to deadhead the flowers to prevent self-seeding.
Where to Find Taraxacum lacistrum
Taraxacum lacistrum is found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It is typically found in meadows, pastures, and grasslands.
Taraxacum lacistrum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Taraxacum lacistrum?
Taraxacum lacistrum
What is the common name of Taraxacum lacistrum?
Lacy-leaved Dandelion
What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum lacistrum?
It is found in the grasslands of Europe and 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,