Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nikolai
ID:
95808

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vainberg

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Fl. Tadzhiksk. S.S.R. 10: 464, 365 (1991) (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000095137



Common Names

  • Nikolai Dandelion
  • Nikolai Taraxacum
  • Taraxacum Nikolai


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Description

Taraxacum nikolai (also called Nikolai's Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a single stem that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Central Europe and is found in moist soils in open grassland.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum nikolai is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum nikolai is a yellow dandelion-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum nikolai is a perennial herb native to Russia. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. It can also be propagated by division in spring.

Where to Find Taraxacum nikolai

Taraxacum nikolai is native to Europe and can be found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.

Taraxacum nikolai FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum nikolai?

Taraxacum nikolai

What is the common name of Taraxacum nikolai?

Nikolai's Dandelion

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum nikolai?

It is native to Russia and grows in 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-51322: Based on the initial data import
T.I. Vainberg: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vainberg' in the authors string.