Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
olivaceum
ID:
125067

Status:
valid

Authors:
Soest

Source:
gcc

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Neerl. xiv. 43 (1965).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000124396



Common Names

  • Taraxacum olivaceum
  • Olive-leaved Dandelion
  • Olive-leaved Hawkweed


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Description

Taraxacum olivaceum (also called Olive-leaved dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has deeply lobed leaves and yellow flower heads. It typically grows in moist, shady soils, and is often found in meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum olivaceum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves can be used as an edible green in salads.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum olivaceum is a yellow dandelion-like flower with a single row of petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum olivaceum is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by division or cuttings. The plant can also be propagated from seed, but it is slow to germinate.

Where to Find Taraxacum olivaceum

Taraxacum olivaceum is found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Taraxacum olivaceum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum olivaceum?

Taraxacum olivaceum

What is the common name of Taraxacum olivaceum?

Olive-leaved Dandelion

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum olivaceum?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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,

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