Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
olgae
ID:
127717

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.J.Richards

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Watsonia 13(3): 189 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127046

Common Names

  • Olga Dandelion
  • Taraxacum olgae
  • Olga Taraxacum

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Description

Taraxacum olgae (also called 'Olgae-dandelion', 'Olgae-dandelion-daisy' and 'Olgae-daisy', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, linear leaves and yellow, daisy-like flowers. It is commonly found in dry, rocky areas, grasslands, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum olgae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum olgae has yellow flowers with 5 petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum olgae is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or division in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Taraxacum olgae

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

Taraxacum olgae FAQ

What are the common names of Taraxacum olgae?

Common names of Taraxacum olgae include Olga's dandelion and Olga's taraxacum.

What is the habitat of Taraxacum olgae?

Taraxacum olgae is found in dry, open areas such as hillsides, roadsides, and disturbed sites.

What is the flowering period of Taraxacum olgae?

Taraxacum olgae typically flowers from April to October.

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-88059: Based on the initial data import
Adrian John Richards (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Richards' in the authors string.