Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bufonium
ID:
116366

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kirschner & Štěpánek

Source:
gcc

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Taraxacum sect. Palustria 257 (1998) (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115695



Common Names

  • Toad Dandelion
  • Bufon's Dandelion
  • Common Toad Dandelion


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Description

Taraxacum bufonium (also called Common Toadflax, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with yellow flowers. It is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum bufonium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb for treating skin diseases, liver problems, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum bufonium is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum bufonium is a perennial plant that prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Taraxacum bufonium

Taraxacum bufonium can be found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas throughout Europe and North America.

Taraxacum bufonium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum bufonium?

Taraxacum bufonium

What is the common name of Taraxacum bufonium?

Toad Dandelion

What type of plant is Taraxacum bufonium?

Herbaceous perennial

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-77137: Based on the initial data import
Jan Kirschner (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kirschner' in the authors string.
Jan Štěpánek (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Štěpánek' in the authors string.