Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maurocephalum
ID:
119213

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sonck

Source:
gcc

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Acta Soc. Fauna Fl. Fenn. lxxvii. n.° 3, 4 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000118542



Common Names

  • Taraxacum maurocephalum
  • Taraxacum
  • Maurocephalum


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Description

Taraxacum maurocephalum (also called 'Mauro's Dandelion', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and Middle East, and it typically grows in dry, rocky areas. It has a slender, upright stem and narrow, lance-shaped leaves. The flower heads are yellow and have both disc and ray florets.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum maurocephalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal tea. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that can help reduce stress and improve overall health.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum maurocephalum has bright yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum maurocephalum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus and Central Asia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Taraxacum maurocephalum

Taraxacum maurocephalum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in grasslands and meadows.

Taraxacum maurocephalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum maurocephalum?

Taraxacum maurocephalum

What is the common name of Taraxacum maurocephalum?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum maurocephalum?

Dry forests of Mexico

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-79865: Based on the initial data import
Carl Eric Sonck (1905-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sonck' in the authors string.