Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pyrranthes
ID:
8022

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sonck & Soest

Source:
gcc

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Memoranda Soc. Fauna Fl. Fenn. xlv. 8 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000007351



Common Names

  • Taraxacum Pyrranthes
  • Woolly Dandelion
  • Woolly Leopard's Bane


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Description

Taraxacum pyrranthes (also called Mountain Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It has deeply lobed leaves and small yellow flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats and is often found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum pyrranthes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum pyrranthes is yellow and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is small, dark brown and has a diameter of about 1 mm. The seedlings are small and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum pyrranthes is an evergreen perennial that can reach up to 1 m in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or seed. Divisions should be taken in early spring and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring and lightly covered with soil.

Where to Find Taraxacum pyrranthes

Taraxacum pyrranthes is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Taraxacum pyrranthes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum pyrranthes?

Taraxacum pyrranthes

What is the common name of Taraxacum pyrranthes?

Pyrenean Dandelion

What is the family of Taraxacum pyrranthes?

Asteraceae

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-107104: Based on the initial data import
Carl Eric Sonck (1905-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sonck' in the authors string.
Johannes Leendert van Soest (1898-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soest' in the authors string.