Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stenocephalum
ID:
59006

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Kotschy ex Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 3: 790 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000058335

Common Names

  • Common Dandelion
  • Yellow-headed Dandelion
  • Narrow-leaved Dandelion

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Synonyms

  • Taraxacum podkumokense Galushko [unknown]
  • Taraxacum stenocephalum stenocephalum [unknown]

Description

Taraxacum stenocephalum (also called Narrow-headed Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and pastures, and is characterized by its long and narrow leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum stenocephalum is used as a food source and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Taraxacum stenocephalum sub. daralagesicum (Schischk.) Kirschner & Štěpánek
Taraxacum stenocephalum sub. stenocephalum
Taraxacum stenocephalum sub. magnum Kirschner & Štěpánek
Taraxacum stenocephalum sub. gumusanicum (Soest) Kirschner & Štěpánek

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum stenocephalum has yellow flowers with a diameter of about 2 cm. Its seeds are small and dark brown, and its seedlings have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum stenocephalum is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Taraxacum stenocephalum

Taraxacum stenocephalum is native to Europe and can be found in meadows and pastures.

Taraxacum stenocephalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum stenocephalum?

Taraxacum stenocephalum

What is the family of Taraxacum stenocephalum?

Asteraceae

Where is Taraxacum stenocephalum found?

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-157045: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Theodor Kotschy (1813-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kotschy' in the authors string.