Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Marciniuk & P.Marciniuk
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 49(5-6): 388 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335311
Common Names
- Taraxacum zajacii
- Zajac's Dandelion
- Zajac's Taraxacum
Description
Taraxacum zajacii (also called Zajac's Dandelion, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Europe and Asia. It has long, thin stems and small, yellow flowers. The leaves are oval-shaped and have a glossy green color. It typically grows in dry, sunny areas, such as rocky hillsides and open fields.
Uses & Benefits
Taraxacum zajacii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes and as a source of firewood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Taraxacum zajacii is white in color with a diameter of 2 cm. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and long with a white stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Taraxacum zajacii is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate dry conditions. Propagation is by seed or division of the root clump.
Where to Find Taraxacum zajacii
Taraxacum zajacii is native to Poland, where it can be found in the mountains of the Tatra region.
Taraxacum zajacii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Taraxacum zajacii?
Taraxacum zajacii
What type of plant is Taraxacum zajacii?
It is a perennial herbaceous plant.
Where is Taraxacum zajacii found?
It is found in Poland.
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
Jolanta Marciniuk: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Marciniuk' in the authors string.
Paweł Marciniuk: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Marciniuk' in the authors string.