Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
unicoloratum
ID:
28264

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.J.Richards

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 65(1): 40 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027593

Common Names

  • Taraxacum Unicoloratum
  • One-Colored Dandelion
  • Unicolor Dandelion

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Description

Taraxacum unicoloratum (also called One-Colored Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a stout stem and large, lobed leaves. It is typically found in grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum unicoloratum is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum unicoloratum is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum unicoloratum is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a sunny spot in moist, well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in autumn or spring and should be kept moist until germination. Once established, it requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Taraxacum unicoloratum

Taraxacum unicoloratum can be found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Taraxacum unicoloratum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum unicoloratum?

Taraxacum unicoloratum

What is the common name of Taraxacum unicoloratum?

Unicolor dandelion

Where is Taraxacum unicoloratum native to?

Europe

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-12667: Based on the initial data import
Adrian John Richards (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Richards' in the authors string.