Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maculigerum
ID:
91554

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Lindb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Acta Soc. Fauna Fl. Fenn. xxix. n.° 9, 35 (1907).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090883



Common Names

  • Spotted Dandelion
  • Taraxacum Maculigerum
  • Spotted Cat's Ear


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Synonyms

  • Taraxacum maculigerum maculigerum [unknown]
  • Taraxacum polystictum Dahlst. [unknown]

Description

Taraxacum maculigerum (also called spotted dandelion, among many other common names) is an annual herb, growing up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to Europe, and grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum maculigerum is a medicinal plant used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum maculigerum is yellow, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum maculigerum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny spot, and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart. Division can be done in spring or autumn, and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun.

Where to Find Taraxacum maculigerum

Taraxacum maculigerum can be found in the northern United States, from Minnesota to Maine.

Taraxacum maculigerum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum maculigerum?

Taraxacum maculigerum

What is the common name of Taraxacum maculigerum?

Spotted Dandelion

What is the best soil type for Taraxacum maculigerum?

Taraxacum maculigerum prefers well-drained, sandy soils in full sun.

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-47161: Based on the initial data import
Harald Lindberg (1871-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Lindb.' in the authors string.