Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
intumescens
ID:
8831

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.E.Haglund

Source:
gcc

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Bot. Not. 1934, 14.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008160



Common Names

  • Taraxacum Intumescens
  • Puffed Dandelion
  • Blown Dandelion


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Description

Taraxacum intumescens (also called Intumescent Dandelion, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a tall, upright stem and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum intumescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine for its diuretic, antispasmodic, and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum intumescens is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum intumescens is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in the fall or early spring. Division can be done in the spring or fall. It is important to keep the soil moist during the growing season.

Where to Find Taraxacum intumescens

Taraxacum intumescens can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, and Italy.

Taraxacum intumescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum intumescens?

Taraxacum intumescens

What type of plant is Taraxacum intumescens?

Taraxacum intumescens is a perennial herbaceous plant.

Where does Taraxacum intumescens grow?

Taraxacum intumescens is native to Europe and North America.

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-107897: Based on the initial data import
Gustaf Emanuel Haglund (1900-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.E.Haglund' in the authors string.