Taraxacum laetiforme - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laetiforme
ID:
43187
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dahlst.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Bot. Not. 1909, 174.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042516
Common Names
- Laetiforme Taraxacum
- Laetiforme Dandelion
- Laetiforme False Dandelion
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Taraxacum laetiforme (also called Pale-Flowered Dandelion, among many other common names) is an annual herb that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Taraxacum laetiforme is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Taraxacum laetiforme is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have narrow, long leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Taraxacum laetiforme is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring and to keep the soil moist until germination. Once established, it will require minimal care.
Where to Find Taraxacum laetiforme
Taraxacum laetiforme is native to Europe and can be found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.
Taraxacum laetiforme FAQ
What is the scientific name of Taraxacum laetiforme?
Taraxacum laetiforme
What is the common name of Taraxacum laetiforme?
Laetiform Dandelion
Where is Taraxacum laetiforme found?
Taraxacum laetiforme is found in Europe and North America
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-141127: Based on the initial data import
Gustav Adolf Hugo Dahlstedt (1856-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dahlst.' in the authors string.