Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rhaeticum
ID:
124554

Status:
valid

Authors:
Soest

Source:
gcc

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Neerl. viii. 134 (1959).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123883

Common Names

  • Dandelion
  • Common Dandelion
  • Rhaeticum

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Synonyms

  • Taraxacum hercynicum Kirschner & Štěpánek [unknown]

Description

Taraxacum rhaeticum (also called Taraxacum, among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant that grows up to 0.5 meters tall. It is native to the temperate regions of Europe and is found in grasslands. It has feathery leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum rhaeticum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Taraxacum rhaeticum flower is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum rhaeticum is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in moist soil. The plant should be kept moist but not wet and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Taraxacum rhaeticum

Taraxacum rhaeticum is native to Europe and can be found in meadows, grasslands, and pastures.

Taraxacum rhaeticum FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Taraxacum rhaeticum?

Taraxacum rhaeticum prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers.

How often should I water Taraxacum rhaeticum?

Taraxacum rhaeticum should be watered regularly, but not too frequently. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings.

How do I propagate Taraxacum rhaeticum?

Taraxacum rhaeticum can be propagated by seed or division. Sow seeds in spring or divide the clumps in late summer or early autumn.

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,

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