Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
flavidum
ID:
42812

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kirschner & Štěpánek

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Preslia 78(1): 38 (31, 39-40, 60; fig (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042141



Common Names

  • Yellow Dandelion
  • Flat-headed Dandelion
  • Flat-headed Hawkbit


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Description

Taraxacum flavidum (also called yellow dandelion, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers with a diameter of up to 2 cm. It grows in open grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum flavidum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for erosion control and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves being used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum flavidum is a bright yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum flavidum is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage additional blooms.

Where to Find Taraxacum flavidum

Taraxacum flavidum is found in the temperate regions of Europe and Asia.

Taraxacum flavidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum flavidum?

Taraxacum flavidum

What family does Taraxacum flavidum belong to?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Taraxacum flavidum?

Yellow Dandelion

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

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.