Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pterygoideum
ID:
93574

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rail.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Aquilo, Ser. Bot. 14: 11 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092903

Common Names

  • Dandelion
  • Pterygoideum Dandelion
  • Feathered Dandelion

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Description

Taraxacum pterygoideum (also called Pterygoid Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and is characterized by its yellow, daisy-like flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, scrub and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum pterygoideum is a flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum pterygoideum is yellow and daisy-like, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum pterygoideum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. When planting, space plants 8-12 inches apart. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming.

Where to Find Taraxacum pterygoideum

Taraxacum pterygoideum is native to Europe, where it can be found in meadows and grasslands.

Taraxacum pterygoideum FAQ

What are the common names for Taraxacum pterygoideum?

Taraxacum pterygoideum is commonly known as the winged dandelion.

What is the scientific classification of Taraxacum pterygoideum?

Taraxacum pterygoideum belongs to the family Asteraceae and the genus Taraxacum.

What is the habitat of Taraxacum pterygoideum?

Taraxacum pterygoideum is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

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,

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