Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ranarium
ID:
45599

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kirschner & Štěpánek

Source:
gcc

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Taraxacum sect. Palustria 247 (1998) (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044928



Common Names

  • Taraxacum ranarium
  • Marsh Dandelion
  • Marsh Hawkweed


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Description

Taraxacum ranarium (also called 'Ranunculus-leaved Dandelion', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Arctic regions. It is a low-growing plant with a basal rosette of leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils in open woodlands, meadows, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum ranarium has been used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, including headaches, colds, and stomach problems. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food flavoring.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum ranarium is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small achene, which is light brown in color and has a diameter of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings are light green in color and have a rosette-like growth habit.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum ranarium is a perennial species which can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soil types.

Where to Find Taraxacum ranarium

Taraxacum ranarium is native to the Arctic and subarctic regions. It can be found in dry, sunny areas such as hillsides, rocky slopes, and open woodlands.

Taraxacum ranarium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum ranarium?

Taraxacum ranarium

What type of plant is Taraxacum ranarium?

Taraxacum ranarium is a perennial herb

Where is Taraxacum ranarium found?

Taraxacum ranarium is found in 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-143456: Based on the initial data import
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.