Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macromerum
ID:
37781

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.P.Christ.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Bot. Iceland 3(3): 277 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037110



Common Names

  • Taraxacum macromerum
  • Macromerum Dandelion
  • Macromerum Taraxacum


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Description

Taraxacum macromerum (also called 'Large-Fruited Dandelion', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It is found in grasslands and open areas, growing to a height of up to 30 centimeters. It has yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum macromerum is used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum macromerum is a yellow, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, yellow, daisy-like flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum macromerum is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. The seeds should be sown in the spring and the plants should be spaced about 12 inches apart. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. Deadheading the flowers will help to promote more blooms.

Where to Find Taraxacum macromerum

Taraxacum macromerum is native to Europe and can be found in grassy meadows and open woodlands.

Taraxacum macromerum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum macromerum?

Taraxacum macromerum

What is the common name of Taraxacum macromerum?

Macromerum

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum macromerum?

Grasslands and meadows

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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