Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longisquameum
ID:
59607

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Lindb. & H.Lindb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Exsicc. (Pl. Finland.) 21-42: 138 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000058936



Common Names

  • Longisquameum Dandelion
  • Longisquameum Taraxacum
  • Longisquameum Common Dandelion


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Synonyms

  • Taraxacum sagittatum Dahlst. [unknown]
  • Taraxacum adsimile Dahlst. [unknown]
  • Taraxacum latispina Dahlst. [unknown]

Description

Taraxacum longisquameum (also called Long-scaled Taraxacum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It has lanceolate leaves, with a length of up to 10 cm. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in montane forests, grasslands, and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum longisquameum is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant, often grown in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum longisquameum is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum longisquameum is a perennial herbaceous plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in early spring or autumn. The plant should be kept in full sun or partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Taraxacum longisquameum

Taraxacum longisquameum can be found in the alpine meadows of the Caucasus Mountains in Russia.

Taraxacum longisquameum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum longisquameum?

Taraxacum longisquameum

What are the common names of Taraxacum longisquameum?

Long-scaled Dandelion

What is the habitat of Taraxacum longisquameum?

It is found in dry grasslands, scrub and open woodlands

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