Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
confusum
ID:
98882

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schischk.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Fl. Kavkaza 4: 251 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000098211



Common Names

  • Confused Dandelion
  • Confused Hawkweed
  • Confused Puffball


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Description

Taraxacum confusum (also called Confused Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows to a height of 0.3-1.5 m. It is native to South America, and is typically found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum confusum is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to make herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum confusum has small yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum confusum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize lightly. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Taraxacum confusum

Taraxacum confusum can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Taraxacum confusum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum confusum?

Taraxacum confusum is native to Europe and is found in grasslands.

What is the size of Taraxacum confusum?

Taraxacum confusum is a small herb that grows up to 0.5 m in height.

What is the flowering season of Taraxacum confusum?

Taraxacum confusum flowers from April to June.

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-5466: Based on the initial data import
Boris K. Schischkin (1886-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schischk.' in the authors string.