Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
miniatum
ID:
7449

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Lindb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Acta Soc. Sci. Fenn., Ser. B, Opera Biol. (Act. Soc. Sc. Fenn. n. s. B,

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006778



Common Names

  • Taraxacum
  • Miniatum
  • Miniature Dandelion


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Description

Taraxacum miniatum (also called dwarf dandelion, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe and Asia. It has small, yellow flowers and grows to a height of 0.5-1 m. It prefers dry, sunny habitats and is often found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum miniatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including skin conditions, respiratory problems, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum miniatum has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a white midrib.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum miniatum is a perennial herb native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in late spring or early summer. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Taraxacum miniatum

Taraxacum miniatum can be found in Europe, primarily in the British Isles.

Taraxacum miniatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum miniatum?

Taraxacum miniatum

What is the common name of Taraxacum miniatum?

Miniature Dandelion

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum miniatum?

Dry, rocky slopes in the southwestern United States

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-106541: Based on the initial data import
Harald Lindberg (1871-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Lindb.' in the authors string.