Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
opulens
ID:
16150

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rail.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 1: 138 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000015479

Common Names

  • Taraxacum Opulens
  • Opulent Dandelion
  • Opulent Hawkweed

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Description

Taraxacum opulens (also called 'Opulent Dandelion', among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial herb with small, ovate, dark green leaves and yellow, daisy-like flowers. It is native to Europe and is found in moist, shady places, such as along streams and in forests.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum opulens is used as a decorative plant in gardens and as an edible plant in salads and other dishes. It has also been used for medicinal purposes, such as treating digestive problems and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum opulens is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedling is a small, dark green rosette with a single central stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum opulens is a perennial plant that is native to Europe and Asia. It is easy to grow and propagate from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and division can be done in the fall. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade.

Where to Find Taraxacum opulens

Taraxacum opulens can be found in dry meadows and pastures in Europe and parts of Asia.

Taraxacum opulens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum opulens?

Taraxacum opulens

What is the common name of Taraxacum opulens?

Opulent Dandelion

Where is Taraxacum opulens native to?

Europe, North Africa, and temperate Asia

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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