Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptaleum
ID:
63885

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.P.Christ.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
in Raunkiar, Dansk. Exkurs.-Fl. ed. 5: 313. 1934 , in clavi; et in Dansk Bot. Arkiv, ix. No. 2, 15 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000063214

Common Names

  • Taraxacum leptaleum
  • Slender-leaved Dandelion
  • Slender-leaved Plume Thistle

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Description

Taraxacum leptaleum (also called Leptaleum Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum leptaleum is an edible plant that can be used in salads and soups. It is also known for its medicinal properties and can be used to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum leptaleum has yellow flowers that produce small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum leptaleum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown from seed, but it is slow to germinate and may take up to two months. It should be planted in a sunny location and watered regularly. It can tolerate some drought but will benefit from regular watering. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Taraxacum leptaleum

Taraxacum leptaleum can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Taraxacum leptaleum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum leptaleum?

Taraxacum leptaleum

What is the family of Taraxacum leptaleum?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Taraxacum leptaleum?

Grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas

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-20190: Based on the initial data import
Mads Peter Christiansen (1889-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.P.Christ.' in the authors string.