Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cyclocentrum
ID:
28994

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.P.Christ. in Rosenv. & Warm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Bot. Iceland 3(3): 312 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028323

Common Names

  • Taraxacum cyclocentrum
  • Prairie Dandelion
  • Dandelion
  • Blowball

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Description

Taraxacum cyclocentrum (also called Common Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It has a rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum cyclocentrum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum cyclocentrum is a bright, yellow flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green with a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum cyclocentrum is a perennial that is native to Europe. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of existing clumps. Seeds should be sown in the garden in the spring or summer, and divisions should be done in the spring.

Where to Find Taraxacum cyclocentrum

Taraxacum cyclocentrum is native to Europe and can be found in meadows, pastures, and disturbed areas.

Taraxacum cyclocentrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum cyclocentrum?

Taraxacum cyclocentrum

What is the common name of Taraxacum cyclocentrum?

Cyclic Dandelion

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum cyclocentrum?

It is native to the mountains of central and southern Europe

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-127375: Based on the initial data import
Mads Peter Christiansen (1889-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.P.Christ.' in the authors string.
Lauritz Kolderup Rosenvinge (1858-1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rosenv.' in the authors string.
Johannes Eugenius Bülow Warming (1841-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Warm.' in the authors string.