Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lyratum
ID:
35528

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ledeb.) DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7(1): 148 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034857

Common Names

  • Lyrate Dandelion
  • Lyrate Taraxacum
  • Lyrate Hawkweed

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Synonyms

  • Taraxacum lyratum lyratum [unknown]
  • Leontodon lyratus Ledeb. [unknown]

Description

Taraxacum lyratum (also called 'Lyrate-Leaved Dandelion', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall, erect stem that can reach up to 1 meter in height. It grows in moist, open grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum lyratum has been used for its ornamental value in gardens, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum lyratum is a small white flower with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum lyratum is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates. It is best to water during dry periods and to fertilize in spring and summer.

Where to Find Taraxacum lyratum

Taraxacum lyratum can be found in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.

Taraxacum lyratum FAQ

What are the common names of Taraxacum lyratum?

Common names of Taraxacum lyratum include Lyrate-leaved Dandelion and Lyrate-leaved Hawkweed

What is the growth habit of Taraxacum lyratum?

Taraxacum lyratum is an upright, clump-forming perennial that grows up to 2 feet tall and 1 foot wide

What is the soil requirement of Taraxacum lyratum?

Taraxacum lyratum prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade

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-133713: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich von Ledebour (1786-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ledeb.' in the authors string.