Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diversicolor
ID:
109042

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sonck

Source:
gcc

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 20(1): 47 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000108371



Common Names

  • Diverse-leaved Dandelion
  • Diversicolor Dandelion
  • Taraxacum diversicolor


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Description

Taraxacum diversicolor (also called Variable-Leaved Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has yellow flowers and deeply-lobed, green leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum diversicolor is used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders, skin problems, and respiratory issues. It is also used as a natural dye and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum diversicolor is yellow and has a diameter of about 1.5 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum diversicolor is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or by seed in autumn. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame or in pots in a cold frame and should be kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Taraxacum diversicolor

Taraxacum diversicolor is native to Europe and can be found growing in meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Taraxacum diversicolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum diversicolor?

Taraxacum diversicolor

What is the common name of Taraxacum diversicolor?

Diverse-leaved Dandelion

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum diversicolor?

Taraxacum diversicolor is native to Europe

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-669: Based on the initial data import
Carl Eric Sonck (1905-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sonck' in the authors string.