Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nigritum
ID:
86977

Status:
valid

Authors:
Soest

Source:
gcc

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Proc. Kon. Ned. Akad. Wetensch. C 69: 460 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086306



Common Names

  • Taraxacum nigritum
  • Black Dandelion
  • African Dandelion


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Description

Taraxacum nigritum (also called African dandelion, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Africa. It has yellow, daisy-like flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It grows in sunny places, such as meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum nigritum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum nigritum is yellow and has a diameter of 1 cm. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum nigritum is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed. It is best to sow the seeds in late winter or early spring in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. Water the seeds regularly and keep the soil moist. Once the seedlings have emerged, thin them out to ensure they have enough space to grow. Fertilize the plants regularly to encourage healthy growth. Propagation can be done by division of the clumps in early spring.

Where to Find Taraxacum nigritum

Taraxacum nigritum is native to Europe and can be found in meadows, pastures, and grasslands.

Taraxacum nigritum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum nigritum?

Taraxacum nigritum

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum nigritum?

Taraxacum nigritum is native to the Mediterranean region.

How does Taraxacum nigritum reproduce?

Taraxacum nigritum reproduces by seed.

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