Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obtusum
ID:
70955

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Soest) R.Doll

Source:
gcc

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 93(7-8): 531 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070284

Common Names

  • Common Dandelion
  • Blowball
  • Puffball

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Synonyms

  • Wendelboa obtusa Soest [unknown]

Description

Taraxacum obtusum (also called 'Fuzzy Dandelion', among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Europe and is found in meadows, pastures, and roadsides. Its leaves are oblong and its flowers are yellow and ray-like.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum obtusum is a perennial plant that is often used as a ground cover or in rock gardens. It is also used to attract bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum obtusum is a yellow dandelion-like flower, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum obtusum is a perennial herb that grows in moist, well-drained soil. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and lightly covered. Division should be done in spring or fall.

Where to Find Taraxacum obtusum

Taraxacum obtusum can be found in meadows, pastures, and grasslands in Europe.

Taraxacum obtusum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum obtusum?

Taraxacum obtusum

What type of plant is Taraxacum obtusum?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant.

What is the habitat of Taraxacum obtusum?

It is found in meadows, pastures, and rocky slopes in the western United States.

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-27090: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Leendert van Soest (1898-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soest' in the authors string.
Reinhard Doll (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Doll' in the authors string.