Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spissum
ID:
56312

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Øllg. & J.Räsänen

Source:
gcc

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 45(5): 384 (-385; fig. 10) (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000055641



Common Names

  • Taraxacum spissum
  • Dense-headed Dandelion
  • Spissum Dandelion


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Description

Taraxacum spissum (also called Spiny-headed Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a basal rosette of leaves and a flowering stem reaching a height of up to 1 m. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats, such as scrublands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum spissum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating liver disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum spissum has yellow flowers with dark centers and long, narrow leaves. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and are light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum spissum is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division of the root clumps in spring or early summer. Seeds can also be sown in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Taraxacum spissum

Taraxacum spissum is native to Europe, North Africa, and temperate Asia. It is a common weed in lawns, meadows, and other disturbed habitats.

Taraxacum spissum FAQ

What are the optimal growing conditions for Taraxacum spissum?

Taraxacum spissum prefers full sun to partial shade, and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°C.

What type of soil is best for Taraxacum spissum?

Taraxacum spissum prefers well-drained soil, but can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

What is the best way to propagate Taraxacum spissum?

Taraxacum spissum can be propagated by seed or by division of existing plants.

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-154284: Based on the initial data import
Hans Øllgaard (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Øllg.' in the authors string.
Juhani Räsänen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Räsänen' in the authors string.