Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diaphorum
ID:
25103

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.E.Haglund

Source:
gcc

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Nytt Mag. Naturvidensk. 86: 58 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024432



Common Names

  • Common Dandelion
  • Blowball
  • Piss-in-the-bed


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Description

Taraxacum diaphorum (also called Yellow-flowered Dandelion, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a single stem with yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum diaphorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for bees and other insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum diaphorum has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum diaphorum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It requires regular watering and fertilizing to ensure healthy growth. Pruning is also recommended to keep the plant in shape.

Where to Find Taraxacum diaphorum

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

Taraxacum diaphorum FAQ

What are the common names of Taraxacum diaphorum?

Common names of Taraxacum diaphorum include diaphoretic dandelion and diaphoretic-dandelion.

Where does Taraxacum diaphorum grow?

Taraxacum diaphorum is native to Europe, but it can also be found in other parts of the world.

What are the uses of Taraxacum diaphorum?

Taraxacum diaphorum is used in traditional medicine for its diaphoretic, diuretic, and anti-inflammatory properties. It is also used as a food source and for its ornamental value.

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-12361: Based on the initial data import
Gustaf Emanuel Haglund (1900-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.E.Haglund' in the authors string.