Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cordiferum
ID:
135708

Status:
valid

Authors:
Markl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Acta Soc. Fauna Fl. Fenn. lv. n.° 5, 7 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135037



Common Names

  • Forked Dandelion
  • Toothed Dandelion
  • Cordiferum Dandelion


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Description

Taraxacum cordiferum (also called Heart-Leaved Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It has large, yellow flower heads and long, narrow leaves that are covered in white hairs. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum cordiferum is used in traditional medicine to treat liver and gallbladder diseases, as well as to reduce inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant and as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum cordiferum is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum cordiferum is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and should be watered regularly during the growing season. Propagation by division is best done in spring or fall. Divide the clumps of plants, making sure to keep the roots intact, and replant in a new location.

Where to Find Taraxacum cordiferum

Taraxacum cordiferum can be found in the Caucasus Mountains in Russia and in the mountains of northern Iran.

Taraxacum cordiferum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum cordiferum?

Taraxacum cordiferum

What is the common name of Taraxacum cordiferum?

Heart-leaved Dandelion

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum cordiferum?

Grasslands, heaths and open woodlands

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-95799: Based on the initial data import
Gunnar Marklund (1892-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Markl.' in the authors string.