Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
murgabicum
ID:
92683

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vainberg

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Fl. Tadzhiksk. S.S.R. 10: 466, 371 (1991) (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092012



Common Names

  • Murgab Dandelion
  • Murgab Hawkweed
  • Murgab Taraxacum


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Description

Taraxacum murgabicum (also called the Murgab Dandelion, among many other common names) is a species of dandelion native to the Middle East. It is an annual herb with a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers in a capitulum-like inflorescence. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum murgabicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum murgabicum is a white, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black nut. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum murgabicum is a perennial herb that is native to Central Asia. It can be propagated by division and cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist soil. It can tolerate some drought but will need supplemental water during dry periods. It can be grown in a variety of soil types but prefers well-drained soils. It is best to fertilize the plant in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Taraxacum murgabicum

Taraxacum murgabicum is found in the mountains of Central Asia, including the Caucasus, the Pamir-Alai, and the Tian Shan.

Taraxacum murgabicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum murgabicum?

Taraxacum murgabicum

What are the common names of Taraxacum murgabicum?

Murgab Dandelion

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum murgabicum?

Meadows, roadsides, and disturbed areas

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-48267: Based on the initial data import
T.I. Vainberg: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vainberg' in the authors string.