Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nigrum
ID:
62897

Status:
valid

Authors:
Soest

Source:
gcc

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Wentia x. 48 (1963).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000062226

Common Names

  • Black Dandelion
  • Black-seeded Dandelion
  • Taraxacum Nigrum

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Description

Taraxacum nigrum (also called Black Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It is a low-growing plant with bright green leaves and yellow flowers. It typically grows in dry, sunny areas and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum nigrum is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum nigrum has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oblong in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single set of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum nigrum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or autumn. Division can be done in the spring or autumn. It is important to keep the soil moist during the growing season.

Where to Find Taraxacum nigrum

Taraxacum nigrum is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands and meadows.

Taraxacum nigrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum nigrum?

Taraxacum nigrum

What is the common name of Taraxacum nigrum?

Black-fruited Dandelion

What is the family of Taraxacum nigrum?

Asteraceae

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