Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maculosum
ID:
40212

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.J.Richards

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Watsonia 13(3): 188 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039541



Common Names

  • Taraxacum Maculosum
  • Spotted Dandelion
  • Maculosum Taraxacum


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Description

Taraxacum maculosum (also called Spotted Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has alternate, oblong leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Europe, and is found in meadows and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum maculosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum maculosum flower is yellow with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, brown and have a rough surface. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum maculosum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and lightly covered with soil.

Where to Find Taraxacum maculosum

Taraxacum maculosum is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and other disturbed areas.

Taraxacum maculosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum maculosum?

Taraxacum maculosum

What type of plant is Taraxacum maculosum?

It is a herbaceous perennial plant.

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum maculosum?

It is native to Europe 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-138243: Based on the initial data import
Adrian John Richards (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Richards' in the authors string.