Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudophaleratum
ID:
26861

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Doll

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 87(7-8): 462 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026190



Common Names

  • Taraxacum pseudophaleratum
  • Pseudophaleratum Taraxacum
  • False-Headed Dandelion


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Description

Taraxacum pseudophaleratum (also called False Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to Europe, North Africa and parts of Asia. It grows in meadows, pastures, grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum pseudophaleratum is used as an ornamental plant and is also used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum pseudophaleratum is yellow, with a single row of petals and a center of yellow disc florets. The seed is a small, black achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are thin and upright, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum pseudophaleratum is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It grows in moist meadows and along roadsides. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in the fall or early spring. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Division of established plants can also be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Taraxacum pseudophaleratum

Taraxacum pseudophaleratum is found in the Mediterranean region, especially in the mountains of Spain and Portugal.

Taraxacum pseudophaleratum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum pseudophaleratum?

Taraxacum pseudophaleratum is native to Europe and North Africa.

What type of soil does Taraxacum pseudophaleratum prefer?

Taraxacum pseudophaleratum prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

How much light does Taraxacum pseudophaleratum need?

Taraxacum pseudophaleratum needs full sun to partial shade.

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-125308: Based on the initial data import
Reinhard Doll (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Doll' in the authors string.