Taraxacum richardsianum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
richardsianum
ID:
122354
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.C.Haw.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Watsonia 18(2): 133 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121683
Common Names
- Taraxacum
- Richardsianum
- Taraxacum Richardsianum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Taraxacum richardsianum (also called Richards' Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to Europe and is found in dry grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Taraxacum richardsianum is a perennial plant that is native to North America. It is often used as a ground cover, as it has a low-growing, spreading habit. The leaves can be used in salads, and the flowers can be used to make tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Taraxacum richardsianum has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, light green leaves and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Taraxacum richardsianum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Cuttings can be taken in summer and should be planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny position.
Where to Find Taraxacum richardsianum
Taraxacum richardsianum can be found in the western United States, including California, Oregon, and Washington.
Taraxacum richardsianum FAQ
What are the growing requirements of Taraxacum richardsianum?
Taraxacum richardsianum requires full sun and well-drained soil.
What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum richardsianum?
Taraxacum richardsianum is native to South Africa.
What is the lifespan of Taraxacum richardsianum?
The lifespan of Taraxacum richardsianum is unknown.
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-82894: Based on the initial data import
Christopher C. Haworth (1934-1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.C.Haw.' in the authors string.