Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
opertum
ID:
3825

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Øllg.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 36(2): 702 (-704; fig. 6) (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003154



Common Names

  • Covered Dandelion
  • Taraxacum Opertum
  • Covered Dandelion


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Description

Taraxacum opertum (also called common dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the family Asteraceae. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America and is found in meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum opertum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum opertum is yellow and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum opertum is a low-growing, perennial herb that can reach up to 0.5m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from seed sown in spring or summer. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the seeds should germinate within a few weeks.

Where to Find Taraxacum opertum

Taraxacum opertum can be found in the western United States, from California to Colorado and east to Texas.

Taraxacum opertum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum opertum?

Taraxacum opertum

What family does Taraxacum opertum belong to?

Asteraceae

Where is Taraxacum opertum native to?

Europe and Asia

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-103046: Based on the initial data import
Hans Øllgaard (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Øllg.' in the authors string.