Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
montserratii
ID:
53264

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sahlin

Source:
gcc

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Pirineos 121: 8 (-9; fig. 4) (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000052593



Common Names

  • Montserratii Taraxacum
  • Montserrat Dandelion
  • Montserrat Hawkbit


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Description

Taraxacum montserratii (also called Montserrat Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has deeply lobed leaves and yellow flower heads. It typically grows in grasslands, meadows and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum montserratii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum montserratii has yellow flowers, with a single seed per flower. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum montserratii is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground, and will tolerate some drought. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently. Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Taraxacum montserratii

Taraxacum montserratii is native to the Mediterranean. It is found in moist, shady areas and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Taraxacum montserratii FAQ

What are the common names of Taraxacum montserratii?

Taraxacum montserratii is commonly known as Montserrat Dandelion.

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum montserratii?

Taraxacum montserratii is native to grasslands and open woodlands in the Mediterranean region.

What is the preferred soil type for Taraxacum montserratii?

Taraxacum montserratii prefers moist, well-drained soil.

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,

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