Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lutescens
ID:
129543

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dahlst.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Svensk Bot. Tidskr. 19: 477 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128872



Common Names

  • Yellow Dandelion
  • Fool's Dandelion
  • Hairy Dandelion


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Description

Taraxacum lutescens (also called Yellow Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It has lanceolate leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in moist, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum lutescens is used for culinary purposes, as an ornamental plant, and as a medicinal herb. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a dye for fabrics and food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum lutescens is yellow and daisy-like, with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a tuft of white hairs attached to them. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum lutescens is a perennial herb that is easy to propagate from seed. Sow the seeds in spring or early summer in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist but not wet. The seedlings should emerge in about two weeks. Thin out the seedlings to give them room to grow. Once established, Taraxacum lutescens is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Taraxacum lutescens

Taraxacum lutescens is native to Europe and can be found in the wild in countries such as France, Germany, and the Netherlands.

Taraxacum lutescens FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Taraxacum lutescens?

Taraxacum lutescens prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

What is the ideal temperature for Taraxacum lutescens?

Taraxacum lutescens prefers temperatures between 60-80°F (15-27°C).

How often should Taraxacum lutescens be watered?

Taraxacum lutescens should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some dryness.

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,

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