Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrolepium
ID:
45818

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schischk.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Fl. Kavkaza 4: 249 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045147

Common Names

  • Taraxacum macrolepium
  • Macrolepium Dandelion
  • Macrolepium

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Description

Taraxacum macrolepium (also called Large-Leaved Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and North Africa. It is typically found in dry, sunny areas such as roadsides, fields, and waste places. It has small, yellow flowers and deeply-lobed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum macrolepium has been used as a natural dye for fabrics and has been used to make a tea to treat fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum macrolepium is yellow and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is an achene, which is small and brown. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum macrolepium is a perennial herb native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Divisions should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a warm, sunny location. The plant prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Taraxacum macrolepium

Taraxacum macrolepium can be found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas throughout Europe and parts of Asia.

Taraxacum macrolepium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum macrolepium?

Taraxacum macrolepium

What is the common name of Taraxacum macrolepium?

Macrolepium Dandelion

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum macrolepium?

It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, meadows, 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-143662: Based on the initial data import
Boris K. Schischkin (1886-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schischk.' in the authors string.