Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sphaeroidale
ID:
48599

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Øllg.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 37(1): 187 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000047928



Common Names

  • Common Dandelion
  • Sphaeroidale Dandelion
  • Blowball


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Synonyms

  • Taraxacum sphaeroideum Rail. [unknown]

Description

Taraxacum sphaeroidale (also called Round-headed Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a single yellow flower head. It is native to Europe and is found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum sphaeroidale is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum sphaeroidale is a yellow, small, tubular flower with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum sphaeroidale is a perennial herb native to temperate regions. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist medium. The plants should be kept moist and fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Taraxacum sphaeroidale

Taraxacum sphaeroidale can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Taraxacum sphaeroidale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum sphaeroidale?

Taraxacum sphaeroidale

What is the common name of Taraxacum sphaeroidale?

Round-headed dandelion

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum sphaeroidale?

Taraxacum sphaeroidale is found in dry, rocky areas in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

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-146401: Based on the initial data import
Hans Øllgaard (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Øllg.' in the authors string.