Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
simile
ID:
10555

Status:
valid

Authors:
Raunk.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Dansk. Exkurs.-Fl. [C.C. Raunkiaer] ed. 4: 305. 1922

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009884



Common Names

  • Common Dandelion
  • Blowball
  • Puffball


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Synonyms

  • Taraxacum simile simile [unknown]
  • Taraxacum mundum M.P.Christ. [unknown]

Description

Taraxacum simile (also called False Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 0.3 meters tall. It is native to Europe and is found in meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum simile is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory conditions.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Taraxacum simile for. acutum (Richards) R.Doll

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum simile is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, black, flattened, and winged achene. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum simile is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or from seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Taraxacum simile

Taraxacum simile is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, open woodlands, and along roadsides.

Taraxacum simile FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum simile?

Taraxacum simile

What is the common name of Taraxacum simile?

Similar Dandelion

What is the habitat of Taraxacum simile?

Taraxacum simile is found in grasslands, heaths, and open woodlands

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