Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
superbum
ID:
38056

Status:
valid

Authors:
Markl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Fenn. xxvi. 127, 156 (1940).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037385



Common Names

  • Dandelion
  • Superb Dandelion
  • Cobwebby Dandelion


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Description

Taraxacum superbum (also called Superb Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small yellow flowers. It prefers dry and sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum superbum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and sore throat.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Taraxacum superbum flower is yellow and has a daisy-like shape. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum superbum is a perennial herb native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It should be fertilized every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer. It can be pruned to encourage bushier growth.

Where to Find Taraxacum superbum

Taraxacum superbum is native to Europe and can be found in meadows, pastures, and grasslands.

Taraxacum superbum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum superbum?

Taraxacum superbum

What is the common name of Taraxacum superbum?

Superb Dandelion

Where is Taraxacum superbum found?

Taraxacum superbum is found in Europe

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,

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