Taraxacum porphyranthum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
porphyranthum
ID:
1456
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 3: 790 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000000785
Common Names
- Porphyranthum Dandelion
- Porphyranthum Hawkweed
- Porphyranthum Tarweed
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Taraxacum porphyranthum (also called purple-flowered dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It has purple flowers and grows to a height of 10-20 cm. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is often used as a medicinal plant.
Uses & Benefits
Taraxacum porphyranthum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for bees and other pollinators. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Taraxacum porphyranthum has yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Taraxacum porphyranthum is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.
Where to Find Taraxacum porphyranthum
Taraxacum porphyranthum is native to Europe, and can be found in moist, grassy areas such as meadows and pastures.
Taraxacum porphyranthum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Taraxacum porphyranthum?
Taraxacum porphyranthum
What is the common name of Taraxacum porphyranthum?
Purple-flowered Dandelion
What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum porphyranthum?
Taraxacum porphyranthum is native to Europe and Asia.
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-100746: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.