Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
moldavicum
ID:
57181

Status:
valid

Authors:
V.Chán, H.Øllg., Štěpánek, Trávn. & Žíla

Source:
gcc

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Preslia 80(1): 35 (39-47; figs. 12-16 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000056510

Common Names

  • Moldavicum Taraxacum
  • Taraxacum moldavicum
  • Taraxacum moldavicum

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Description

Taraxacum moldavicum (also called 'Moldavian Dandelion', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a simple stem with a few leaves, and its flowers are yellow and white. It grows in dry meadows, pastures, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum moldavicum is a perennial herb that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive yellow flowers and is known for its drought tolerance and ability to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum moldavicum has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum moldavicum is a perennial herb native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, sow seeds in a well-draining soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Keep the soil moist until germination occurs. For division, dig up the plant and divide the clumps into smaller sections. Plant the sections in a well-draining soil mix in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Taraxacum moldavicum

Taraxacum moldavicum is native to Europe and can be found in moist, grassy areas.

Taraxacum moldavicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum moldavicum?

Taraxacum moldavicum

What is the family of Taraxacum moldavicum?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Taraxacum moldavicum?

Moldavian Dandelion

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-155175: Based on the initial data import
Jan Štěpánek (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Štěpánek' in the authors string.
Hans Øllgaard (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Øllg.' in the authors string.
Bohumil Trávníček (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trávn.' in the authors string.
Václav Chán (1929-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.Chán' in the authors string.
Vojtěch Žíla (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Žíla' in the authors string.