Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
argutifrons
ID:
96914

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.J.Richards

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 78: 694 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000096243

Common Names

  • Taraxacum argutifrons
  • Sharp-toothed Dandelion
  • Sharp-toothed Hawkweed

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Description

Taraxacum argutifrons (also called 'Sharp-toothed dandelion', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves that are deeply lobed and have sharp teeth along the edges. It prefers moist, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum argutifrons is used as an ornamental plant and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum argutifrons flowers are yellow, with a single head of ray florets and a central disc of tubular florets. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have oval-shaped cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves that are deeply lobed.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum argutifrons is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Taraxacum argutifrons

Taraxacum argutifrons can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Taraxacum argutifrons FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum argutifrons?

Taraxacum argutifrons

What type of plant is Taraxacum argutifrons?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum argutifrons?

Woodland and meadows

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-52386: Based on the initial data import
Adrian John Richards (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Richards' in the authors string.