Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
platycarpum
ID:
83969

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dahlst.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. 4(2): 14 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000083298



Common Names

  • Platycarpum Dandelion
  • Flatfruit Dandelion
  • Taraxacum Platycarpum


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Synonyms

  • Taraxacum platycarpum platycarpum [unknown]
  • Taraxacum luteopapposum luteopapposum [unknown]

Description

Taraxacum platycarpum (also called flat-fruited dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats. It has bright yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum platycarpum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal teas and medicines.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Taraxacum platycarpum var. longeappendiculatum (Nakai) Morita
Taraxacum platycarpum sub. platycarpum
Taraxacum platycarpum sub. hondoense (Nakai ex H.Koidz.) Morita
Taraxacum platycarpum sub. maruyamanum (Kitam.) Morita

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum platycarpum has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum platycarpum is a perennial herbaceous plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division of the rootstock or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame and the seedlings transplanted to their permanent positions when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Taraxacum platycarpum

Taraxacum platycarpum is native to Europe and can be found in the countries of France, Germany, and Italy.

Taraxacum platycarpum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum platycarpum?

Taraxacum platycarpum

What is the common name of Taraxacum platycarpum?

Platycarpum Dandelion

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum platycarpum?

Dry, rocky areas of the Canary Islands

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