Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calocapitatum
ID:
24410

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Doll

Source:
gcc

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 18(4): 444 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023739

Common Names

  • Taraxacum calocapitatum
  • Calocapitatum Dandelion
  • Large-Headed Dandelion

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Synonyms

  • Taraxacum calocephaloides R.Doll [unknown]

Description

Taraxacum calocapitatum (also called Calocapitatum Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Canary Islands. It is characterized by its long, narrow leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in rocky, dry and sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum calocapitatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal tea. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum calocapitatum is yellow with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum calocapitatum is a perennial plant that is grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in the spring or early summer in a sunny location. The seedlings should be thinned out to allow for adequate space between plants.

Where to Find Taraxacum calocapitatum

Taraxacum calocapitatum can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Taraxacum calocapitatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artemisia monophylla?

Artemisia monophylla

What is the common name of Artemisia monophylla?

One-leaved sagebrush

What is the natural habitat of Artemisia monophylla?

Dry, rocky slopes and disturbed sites

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-122931: Based on the initial data import
Reinhard Doll (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Doll' in the authors string.