Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptophyllum
ID:
124241

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Lindb. ex Såltin

Source:
gcc

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Memoranda Soc. Fauna Fl. Fenn. 47: 44 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123570



Common Names

  • Narrow-Leaved Dandelion
  • Leptophyllum Dandelion
  • Narrow-Leaved Hawkweed


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Description

Taraxacum leptophyllum (also called narrow-leaved dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the temperate regions of Europe and Asia. It has small, yellow flowers and narrow, lance-shaped leaves. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands, and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum leptophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal herb to treat digestive disorders, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum leptophyllum is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum leptophyllum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming.

Where to Find Taraxacum leptophyllum

Taraxacum leptophyllum can be found in the alpine regions of Europe.

Taraxacum leptophyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum leptophyllum?

Taraxacum leptophyllum

What type of plant is Taraxacum leptophyllum?

It is a perennial herb

Where does Taraxacum leptophyllum grow?

It 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-8471: Based on the initial data import
Harald Lindberg (1871-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Lindb.' in the authors string.
Holger Torsten Såltin (1912-1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Såltin' in the authors string.