Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
murmanicum
ID:
129600

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.I.Orlova

Source:
gcc

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Fl. URSS xxix. 470,.730 (1964).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128929



Common Names

  • Murman Dandelion
  • Murman Taraxacum
  • Kola Peninsula Dandelion


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Description

Taraxacum murmanicum (also called Murman Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial plant in the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flower heads that are arranged in a flat-topped inflorescence. It is native to Russia and parts of Europe. It is usually found in meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum murmanicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum murmanicum has yellow flowers with a black center. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are thin and have narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum murmanicum is an easy-to-grow perennial that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. Seeds should be sown in a sunny location and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Taraxacum murmanicum

Taraxacum murmanicum can be found in the United States in the states of Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming.

Taraxacum murmanicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum murmanicum?

Taraxacum murmanicum

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum murmanicum?

Taraxacum murmanicum is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry and sunny habitats.

What is the flowering period of Taraxacum murmanicum?

Taraxacum murmanicum flowers from April to June.

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-89886: Based on the initial data import
Nina Ivanovna Orlova (1921-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.I.Orlova' in the authors string.