Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
platypecidum
ID:
13556

Status:
valid

Authors:
Diels

Source:
gcc

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 12: 515 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000012885



Common Names

  • Taraxacum platypecidum
  • Platypecidum Dandelion
  • Taraxacum


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Synonyms

  • Taraxacum imbricatum H.Koidz. [unknown]
  • Taraxacum saxatile H.Koidz. [unknown]
  • Taraxacum licentii Soest [unknown]
  • Taraxacum albo-marginatum Kitam. [unknown]

Description

Taraxacum platypecidum (also called Large-flowered Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the southeastern United States and grows in moist, sunny areas, especially in meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum platypecidum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators. The leaves can be used as a salad green or cooked like spinach. The roots can be used to make a tea or tincture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum platypecidum has yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum platypecidum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in the fall or early spring. Division can be done in early spring or fall. The plant can be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in the desired location.

Where to Find Taraxacum platypecidum

Taraxacum platypecidum is native to Europe and can be found in the temperate regions of the continent.

Taraxacum platypecidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum platypecidum?

Taraxacum platypecidum

What is the common name of Taraxacum platypecidum?

Broad-Petalled Dandelion

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum platypecidum?

It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky hillsides.

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-112469: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.