Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
yinshanicum
ID:
91734

Status:
valid

Authors:
Z.Xu & H.C.Fu

Source:
gcc

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Fl. Intramongolica 6: 330 (1982) (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000091063



Common Names

  • Yinshan Dandelion
  • Yinshan Hawkweed
  • Taraxacum Yinshanicum


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Synonyms

  • Taraxacum urbanum Kitag. [unknown]
  • Taraxacum antungense Kitag. [unknown]

Description

Taraxacum yinshanicum (also called Yinshan Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It has a stout, erect stem and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to China and can be found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum yinshanicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum yinshanicum is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum yinshanicum is a perennial herb that 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 soils. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or early summer and keep the soil moist until germination occurs. Once established, it requires minimal care.

Where to Find Taraxacum yinshanicum

Taraxacum yinshanicum is found in the Yinshan Mountains of China.

Taraxacum yinshanicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum yinshanicum?

Taraxacum yinshanicum

What is the common name of Taraxacum yinshanicum?

Yinshan Dandelion

What is the habitat of Taraxacum yinshanicum?

It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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

Hiang Chian Fu (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.C.Fu' in the authors string.
Zhu Xu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.Xu' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:901128-1: Based on the initial data import