Status:
valid
Authors:
M.P.Christ.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1942
Citation Micro:
Bot. Iceland 3(3): 273 (1942)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000096301
Common Names
- Taraxacum sagittifrons
- Arrowleaf Dandelion
- Arrowleaf Hawkweed
Description
Taraxacum sagittifrons (also called Arrow-leaved Dandelion, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with yellow flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is native to North America, and is found in dry meadows, prairies, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Taraxacum sagittifrons is used as an anti-inflammatory and to treat digestive issues. It is also used to treat skin conditions and to boost the immune system.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Taraxacum sagittifrons is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a white midrib.
Cultivation and Propagation
Taraxacum sagittifrons is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. For best results, sow the seeds in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn. Water regularly and fertilize once a month.
Where to Find Taraxacum sagittifrons
Taraxacum sagittifrons can be found in the temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America.
Taraxacum sagittifrons FAQ
What is the scientific name of Taraxacum sagittifrons?
Taraxacum sagittifrons
What type of plant is Taraxacum sagittifrons?
Herb
What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum sagittifrons?
Grasslands and open woodlands
What are the uses of Taraxacum sagittifrons?
Medicinal and ornamental
What is the flowering season of Taraxacum sagittifrons?
Summer
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,