Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sonckii
ID:
62637

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.E.Haglund ex Sahlin

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Memoranda Soc. Fauna Fl. Fenn. 52: 23 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061966



Common Names

  • Sonckii Taraxacum
  • Sonck's Dandelion
  • Sonckii Taraxacum


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Description

Taraxacum sonckii (also called Sonck's Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 m in height. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures in its native region.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum sonckii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum sonckii is yellow and has a diameter of 1 cm. The seed is small and brown. The seedlings are thin and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum sonckii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil. Plants should be grown in full sun or partial shade and watered regularly.

Where to Find Taraxacum sonckii

Taraxacum sonckii can be found in the mountains of Central and Southern Europe.

Taraxacum sonckii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum sonckii?

Taraxacum sonckii

What is the common name of Taraxacum sonckii?

Sonck's Dandelion

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum sonckii?

Grassy slopes and rocky outcrops

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-1898: Based on the initial data import
Gustaf Emanuel Haglund (1900-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.E.Haglund' in the authors string.
Carl Ingemar Sahlin (1912-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sahlin' in the authors string.