Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pyropappum
ID:
117708

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Reut.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Boiss. & Reut. in Biblioth. Universelle Genève 38. 1842 19 1842

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117037



Common Names

  • Pyropappus Dandelion
  • Pyropappus's Dandelion
  • Pyropappus Dandelion


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Description

Taraxacum pyropappum (also called Red-fruited Dandelion, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in meadows, pastures, roadsides, and other disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum pyropappum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also used to make herbal teas and as an ingredient in traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum pyropappum is a small yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum pyropappum is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in late summer or early autumn and the divisions should be planted in a sandy, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Taraxacum pyropappum

Taraxacum pyropappum can be found in the mountains of the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Taraxacum pyropappum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum pyropappum?

Taraxacum pyropappum

What type of plant is Taraxacum pyropappum?

Taraxacum pyropappum is a perennial herb

Where is Taraxacum pyropappum found?

Taraxacum pyropappum is found in South Africa

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-78411: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
George François Reuter (1805-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reut.' in the authors string.