Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vestmannicum
ID:
87862

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.P.Christ.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Bot. Iceland 3(3): 295 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087191



Common Names

  • Vestman's Dandelion
  • Vestman's Hawkweed
  • Vestman's Mouse-ear


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Synonyms

  • Taraxacum faeroensiforme M.P.Christ. [unknown]
  • Taraxacum faroenseforme M.P.Christ. [unknown]

Description

Taraxacum vestmannicum (also called Vestman's Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of Central Europe. It has a rosette of leaves at the base, and a stem with a single yellow flower head. It grows in rocky meadows and grasslands, and is often found in alpine and subalpine regions.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum vestmannicum is a low-growing perennial plant that is often used as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a variety of soil conditions. It is also a great choice for erosion control on slopes and banks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum vestmannicum has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and round shaped. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with white hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum vestmannicum is a perennial herb native to Europe. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Taraxacum vestmannicum

Taraxacum vestmannicum is native to the Faroe Islands and can be found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.

Taraxacum vestmannicum FAQ

What is the ideal soil for Taraxacum vestmannicum?

Taraxacum vestmannicum prefers a well-draining soil with a neutral pH.

What is the best way to propagate Taraxacum vestmannicum?

Taraxacum vestmannicum can be propagated by seed or by cuttings.

How much water does Taraxacum vestmannicum need?

Taraxacum vestmannicum requires regular watering, but should not be over-watered.

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-43563: Based on the initial data import
Mads Peter Christiansen (1889-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.P.Christ.' in the authors string.