Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
odiosum
ID:
23601

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kirschner & Štěpánek

Source:
gcc

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Taraxacum sect. Palustria 139 (1998) (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022930



Common Names

  • Taraxacum odiosum
  • Hairy Bitter Dandelion
  • Hairy Cat's Ear


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Description

Taraxacum odiosum (also called bitter dandelion, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and it typically grows in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands. It has yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum odiosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it produces attractive yellow flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum odiosum is yellow and has a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum odiosum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed sown in spring or fall. It can also be propagated by dividing the clumps in spring or fall.

Where to Find Taraxacum odiosum

Taraxacum odiosum can be found in the western United States, from California to Idaho and Montana.

Taraxacum odiosum FAQ

What type of plant is Taraxacum odiosum?

Taraxacum odiosum is a perennial herbaceous plant.

Where is Taraxacum odiosum found?

Taraxacum odiosum is found in Europe, Asia, and North America.

What is the growth habit of Taraxacum odiosum?

Taraxacum odiosum has a low-growing, rosette-forming habit.

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-122161: Based on the initial data import
Jan Kirschner (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kirschner' in the authors string.
Jan Štěpánek (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Štěpánek' in the authors string.