Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vastisectiforme
ID:
45207

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hagend., Soest & Zevenb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Neerl. 27(5-6): 314. 1978

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044536

Common Names

  • Taraxacum vastisectiforme
  • Large-sectored Dandelion
  • Large-segmented Dandelion

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Description

Taraxacum vastisectiforme (also called Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has long, thin stems, with deeply lobed leaves and bright yellow flowers. It grows in sunny, moist places, such as meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum vastisectiforme is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for animals and as a source of nectar for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum vastisectiforme is yellow, with a white center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum vastisectiforme is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or division of the clumps.

Where to Find Taraxacum vastisectiforme

Taraxacum vastisectiforme can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Taraxacum vastisectiforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum vastisectiforme?

Taraxacum vastisectiforme

What is the common name of Taraxacum vastisectiforme?

Vastisectiforme

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum vastisectiforme?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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

Johannes Leendert van Soest (1898-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soest' in the authors string.
A. Hagendijk (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hagend.' in the authors string.
H.A. Zevenbergen (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zevenb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:255077-1: Based on the initial data import