Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
verticosum
ID:
41936

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rail.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Arch. Soc. Zool. Bot. Fenn. "Vanamo" xvii. 170 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041265



Common Names

  • Verticosum Taraxacum
  • Taraxacum Verticosum
  • Taraxacum


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Synonyms

  • Taraxacum laniatum Rail. [unknown]

Description

Taraxacum verticosum (also called Taraxacum officinale, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America. It is found in open grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum verticosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum verticosum is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum verticosum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division of the root clumps in the spring. It can also be propagated from seed, but this is a slow process.

Where to Find Taraxacum verticosum

Taraxacum verticosum is found in the United States, primarily in the western states of California, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington. It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and sagebrush flats.

Taraxacum verticosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum verticosum?

Taraxacum verticosum

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum verticosum?

Grassy slopes and rocky outcrops

What is the optimal soil pH for Taraxacum verticosum?

6.0 to 7.0

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