Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pectinatiforme
ID:
19135

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Lindb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Acta Soc. Fauna Fl. Fenn. 29(9): 30 (1907) (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018464



Common Names

  • Taraxacum Pectinatiforme
  • Pectinate Dandelion
  • Hooked Dandelion


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Synonyms

  • Taraxacum lunatum Lindstr. ex G.E.Haglund [unknown]

Description

Taraxacum pectinatiforme (also called 'Pectinate Dandelion', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has a single stem, with a basal rosette of leaves and a terminal inflorescence. The leaves are lanceolate with serrated margins and the flowers are yellow with a yellow center. It grows in open grasslands, roadsides and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum pectinatiforme is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum pectinatiforme has yellow flowers that are typically 1-2 inches in diameter and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum pectinatiforme is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Zones 8-11.

Where to Find Taraxacum pectinatiforme

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

Taraxacum pectinatiforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum pectinatiforme?

Taraxacum pectinatiforme

What is the common name of Taraxacum pectinatiforme?

Comb-like Dandelion

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum pectinatiforme?

Taraxacum pectinatiforme is found in dry grasslands and scrublands of Europe.

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-11785: Based on the initial data import
Harald Lindberg (1871-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Lindb.' in the authors string.