Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
multilepis
ID:
37925

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kirschner & Štěpánek

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Preslia 58(2): 114 (1986) (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037254



Common Names

  • Taraxacum multilepis
  • Multilepis Dandelion
  • Dandelion


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Description

Taraxacum multilepis (also called Multileaved dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 0.3 m in height. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum multilepis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum multilepis has yellow flowers, with a single seed in each seed capsule. The seedlings have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum multilepis is a perennial plant native to Europe. It is a low-growing plant with small, yellow flowers. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. It can be propagated from seed or by division in the spring or fall. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Taraxacum multilepis

Taraxacum multilepis is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Puebla.

Taraxacum multilepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum multilepis?

Taraxacum multilepis

What is the family of Taraxacum multilepis?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Taraxacum multilepis?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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-136026: Based on the initial data import
Jan Kirschner (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kirschner' in the authors string.
Jan Štěpánek (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Štěpánek' in the authors string.