Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obnuptum
ID:
122856

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundev. & H.Øllg.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 36(2): 680 (-683; fig. 5) (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000122185

Common Names

  • Common Dandelion
  • Nodding Dandelion
  • Blowball

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Description

Taraxacum obnuptum (also called nodding dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herb in the family Asteraceae. It is native to Europe, and is found in dry, grassy habitats. It has a woody stem and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum obnuptum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum obnuptum has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum obnuptum is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division of the root clumps or by cuttings. Seeds can also be used for propagation, but the seedlings are slow to establish.

Where to Find Taraxacum obnuptum

Taraxacum obnuptum can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Taraxacum obnuptum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum obnuptum?

Taraxacum obnuptum

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum obnuptum?

Grassy slopes and meadows in Europe

What is the flower color of Taraxacum obnuptum?

Yellow

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-83367: Based on the initial data import
Hans Øllgaard (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Øllg.' in the authors string.
Carl-Fredrik Lundevall (b.1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lundev.' in the authors string.