Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pyroporum
ID:
55588

Status:
valid

Authors:
Soest

Source:
gcc

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Franc. Echange Pl. Vasc. Fasc. 9: 16. 1960

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000054917



Common Names

  • Pyroporum Taraxacum
  • Taraxacum Pyroporum
  • Pyroporum Dandelion


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Description

Taraxacum pyroporum (also called Fireweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flowers and deeply divided leaves. It is native to the Caucasus region and is found in meadows, pastures, and other open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum pyroporum is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for medicinal purposes. It is also used as a food source for livestock, and as a source of natural dyes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum pyroporum has yellow, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers and white petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum pyroporum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It is easily propagated by seed and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and moderate water. It can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Taraxacum pyroporum

Taraxacum pyroporum is native to the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Greece.

Taraxacum pyroporum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum pyroporum?

Taraxacum pyroporum

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum pyroporum?

Grasslands and open woodlands

What are the common uses of Taraxacum pyroporum?

Medicinal, ornamental, and fodder

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