Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gibbiferum
ID:
19531

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brenner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 4: 355 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018860



Common Names

  • Gibbous Dandelion
  • Gibbous Taraxacum
  • Gibbiferous Dandelion


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Synonyms

  • Taraxacum reflexilobum H.Lindb. [unknown]
  • Taraxacum officinale gibbiferum Brenner [unknown]

Description

Taraxacum gibbiferum (also called Gibbous-Fruited Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum gibbiferum is used for medicinal purposes, such as treating respiratory problems and as a diuretic. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum gibbiferum has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1–2 cm. The seeds are small and black, with a diameter of 0.5–1 mm. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum gibbiferum is a perennial plant native to Europe. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or by division in spring. The seed should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Taraxacum gibbiferum

Taraxacum gibbiferum is native to Europe and can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Taraxacum gibbiferum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum gibbiferum?

Taraxacum gibbiferum

What is the common name of Taraxacum gibbiferum?

Gibbous Dandelion

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum gibbiferum?

Grassy areas

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