Species:
purpureomarginatum
Status:
valid
Authors:
Soest
Source:
gcc
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Franc. Echange Pl. Vasc. Fasc. 11: 23. 1964
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034072
Common Names
- Taraxacum purpureomarginatum
- Purple-Margined Dandelion
- Purple Margined Dandelion
Description
Taraxacum purpureomarginatum (also called Purple-margined Dandelion, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has small, oval-shaped leaves with purple margins and small yellow flowers. It grows in open, dry areas, often on rocky hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Taraxacum purpureomarginatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Taraxacum purpureomarginatum is a yellow-orange daisy-like flower with purple-tipped petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Taraxacum purpureomarginatum is a perennial plant native to Europe. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in the spring. Division can also be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Taraxacum purpureomarginatum
Taraxacum purpureomarginatum can be found in the mountains of Central Europe.
Taraxacum purpureomarginatum FAQ
What type of plant is Taraxacum purpureomarginatum?
Taraxacum purpureomarginatum is a perennial herb.
Where is Taraxacum purpureomarginatum found?
Taraxacum purpureomarginatum is found in the Mediterranean region.
What is the growth habit of Taraxacum purpureomarginatum?
Taraxacum purpureomarginatum is a low-growing, herbaceous plant that typically grows to 1-2 feet in height.
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,