Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudolaxum
ID:
73580

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Doll

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 87(7-8): 461 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072909



Common Names

  • Taraxacum pseudolaxum
  • False Dandelion
  • Pseudo-Dandelion


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Description

Taraxacum pseudolaxum (also called false dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a woody base and a single stem that grows up to 1 m in height. The leaves are oblong and have a grayish-green color. The flowers are white and have yellow centers. It grows in rocky, dry, and open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum pseudolaxum is an edible plant that is used in salads and as a garnish. It has bright yellow flowers and is drought-tolerant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum pseudolaxum is yellow and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is small, dark brown and oblong in shape. The seedlings are dark green and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum pseudolaxum is a hardy perennial that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location.

Where to Find Taraxacum pseudolaxum

Taraxacum pseudolaxum can be found in Central Asia.

Taraxacum pseudolaxum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum pseudolaxum?

Taraxacum pseudolaxum

What type of plant is Taraxacum pseudolaxum?

A perennial herb

Where is Taraxacum pseudolaxum found?

It is found in the western United States

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-29650: Based on the initial data import
Reinhard Doll (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Doll' in the authors string.