Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
luteum
ID:
28112

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.C.Haw. & A.J.Richards

Source:
gcc

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Watsonia 15(2): 88 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027441



Common Names

  • Taraxacum luteum
  • Luteum Taraxacum
  • Luteum's Taraxacum


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Description

Taraxacum luteum (also called Yellow Dandelion, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe and North Africa. It grows in dry, rocky soils and disturbed areas. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum luteum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and respiratory illnesses.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum luteum is yellow, with a diameter of 1 cm. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum luteum is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Division of the clumps can also be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Taraxacum luteum

Taraxacum luteum is native to the Mediterranean region, including Southern Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. It is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes at elevations of up to 1,500 m.

Taraxacum luteum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum luteum?

Taraxacum luteum

What are the common names of Taraxacum luteum?

Yellow Dandelion, Yellow Hawkweed

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum luteum?

Taraxacum luteum is native to parts of Europe, Asia, and North Africa.

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-126523: Based on the initial data import
Adrian John Richards (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Richards' in the authors string.
Christopher C. Haworth (1934-1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.C.Haw.' in the authors string.