Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leucospermum
ID:
6279

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Cat. Jard. Dijon (1848), 31

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005608



Common Names

  • White Dandelion
  • White-seeded Dandelion
  • White-seeded Hawkweed


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Description

Taraxacum leucospermum (also called white-seeded dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Europe and is commonly found in meadows, pastures, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum leucospermum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat inflammation and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum leucospermum has yellow-white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum leucospermum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be divided into several sections and replanted in the desired location.

Where to Find Taraxacum leucospermum

Taraxacum leucospermum is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Taraxacum leucospermum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum leucospermum?

Taraxacum leucospermum

What is the common name of Taraxacum leucospermum?

White-seeded Dandelion

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum leucospermum?

Open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas

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