Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tamarae
ID:
72693

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kharkev. & Tzvelev

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 63(6): 839 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072022



Common Names

  • Taraxacum Tamarae
  • Tamar's Dandelion
  • Tamar's Hawkweed


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Description

Taraxacum tamarae (also called Tamara's Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Caucasus region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers with a hollow center. It typically grows in meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum tamarae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum tamarae is a yellow composite flower head with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The flower head is composed of many small flowers, each with five yellow petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a tuft of white hairs at the tip. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum tamarae is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two to three weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Taraxacum tamarae

Taraxacum tamarae is native to the western United States, including California, Oregon, and Washington. It can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and chaparral.

Taraxacum tamarae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum tamarae?

Taraxacum tamarae

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum tamarae?

Grassy meadows and open areas

What is the flowering period of Taraxacum tamarae?

Late spring to early summer

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-28777: Based on the initial data import
Nikolai Tzvelev (1925-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tzvelev' in the authors string.
Sigismund Semenovich Kharkevich (1921-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kharkev.' in the authors string.