Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pravum
ID:
93246

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.P.Christ.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Bot. Iceland 3(3): 287 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092575



Common Names

  • Taraxacum pravum
  • Pravum Dandelion
  • Pravum Hawkweed


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Description

Taraxacum pravum (also called 'Prairie Dandelion', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas. It has yellow flower heads with white petals and deeply lobed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum pravum is used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, liver and gallbladder diseases, and skin problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum pravum is yellow in colour and has a daisy-like shape. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum pravum is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the root clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny spot and covered lightly with soil. The seedlings should be thinned out when they reach a height of 5 cm.

Where to Find Taraxacum pravum

Taraxacum pravum is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands and meadows.

Taraxacum pravum FAQ

What are the common names of Taraxacum pravum?

Common names of Taraxacum pravum include small-flowered dandelion and small-flowered hawkweed.

What is the growth habit of Taraxacum pravum?

Taraxacum pravum is a perennial herb with an erect growth habit.

What are the uses of Taraxacum pravum?

Taraxacum pravum is used in traditional medicine and as a food source.

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-48818: Based on the initial data import
Mads Peter Christiansen (1889-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.P.Christ.' in the authors string.