Taraxacum polyxanthum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
polyxanthum
ID:
126313
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dahlst.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Fenn. xxi. 161 (1938).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125642
Common Names
- Polyxanthum Taraxacum
- Yellow Dandelion
- Taraxacum Polyxanthum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Taraxacum polyxanthum (also called Yellow-flowered Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Taraxacum polyxanthum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a source of nectar for bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Taraxacum polyxanthum is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a long, thin stem. The seeds are small, black, and have a white, waxy coating. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Taraxacum polyxanthum is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C.
Where to Find Taraxacum polyxanthum
Taraxacum polyxanthum is native to Europe and can be found in countries such as France, Germany, and the United Kingdom.
Taraxacum polyxanthum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Taraxacum polyxanthum?
The scientific name of Taraxacum polyxanthum is Taraxacum polyxanthum.
What is the growth rate of Taraxacum polyxanthum?
The growth rate of Taraxacum polyxanthum is slow to moderate.
What are the common uses of Taraxacum polyxanthum?
Taraxacum polyxanthum is commonly used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of food for livestock.
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-86711: Based on the initial data import
Gustav Adolf Hugo Dahlstedt (1856-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dahlst.' in the authors string.