Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sigmoideum
ID:
68635

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.P.Christ.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Bot. Iceland 3(3): 273 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000067964



Common Names

  • Englerina holstii
  • Holst's Englerina
  • Holst's Threadwort


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Description

Taraxacum sigmoideum (also called Sigmoid Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It has a single, erect stem with small, linear leaves. It grows in moist, sunny areas such as meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum sigmoideum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum sigmoideum is yellow and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is small, round and dark brown in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single long stem with a rosette of leaves at the base.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum sigmoideum is an evergreen perennial native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a moist, well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist until the seedlings emerge. When propagating from cuttings, it is best to take cuttings from the tips of the stems and place them in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted and are ready to be transplanted.

Where to Find Taraxacum sigmoideum

Taraxacum sigmoideum is native to Europe, and can be found in grasslands and meadows.

Taraxacum sigmoideum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum sigmoideum?

Taraxacum sigmoideum

What type of plant is Taraxacum sigmoideum?

Taraxacum sigmoideum is a perennial herb.

Where is Taraxacum sigmoideum native to?

Taraxacum sigmoideum is native to Europe.

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-24820: Based on the initial data import
Mads Peter Christiansen (1889-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.P.Christ.' in the authors string.