Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nannophyes
ID:
134053

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rail.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 4: 110 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133382



Common Names

  • Common Dandelion
  • Nodding Dandelion
  • Narrow-Leaved Dandelion


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Description

Taraxacum nannophyes (also called Dwarf dandelion, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky areas, often in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum nannophyes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a border plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, liver diseases, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum nannophyes is yellow in color and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, round and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum nannophyes is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in early spring or fall.

Where to Find Taraxacum nannophyes

Taraxacum nannophyes is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry meadows, pastures, and open woodlands.

Taraxacum nannophyes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum nannophyes?

Taraxacum nannophyes

What is the family of Taraxacum nannophyes?

Asteraceae

Where is Taraxacum nannophyes found?

Europe

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