Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lilacinum
ID:
64627

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krasn. ex Schischk.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 7: 4 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000063956



Common Names

  • Taraxacum lilacinum
  • Lilac Dandelion
  • Lilac Hawkweed


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Description

Taraxacum lilacinum (also called Lilac Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant. It is native to Europe, and is found in meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas. It grows up to 0.3 m tall, and has lilac, dandelion-like flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum lilacinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum lilacinum has yellow, daisy-like flowers with a yellow center and white petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Its seedlings have a rosette of leaves that are covered in white hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum lilacinum is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and requires regular watering. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location.

Where to Find Taraxacum lilacinum

Taraxacum lilacinum can be found in the mountains of Europe.

Taraxacum lilacinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum lilacinum?

Taraxacum lilacinum

What type of plant is Taraxacum lilacinum?

It is a perennial herb

Where is Taraxacum lilacinum found?

It is found in 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-20920: Based on the initial data import
Andrey Krasnov (1862-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krasn.' in the authors string.
Boris K. Schischkin (1886-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schischk.' in the authors string.