Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
yuparense
ID:
135108

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Koidz.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Koidz. in Journ. Jap. Bot. 9: 358. 1933

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134437



Common Names

  • Yuparense Dandelion
  • Yuparense Taraxacum
  • Yuparense Common Dandelion


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Synonyms

  • Taraxacum dissectissimum (Koidz.) H.Koidz. [unknown]

Description

Taraxacum yuparense (also called Yupar Mountain dandelion, Yupar dandelion, and many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a low-growing, mat-forming habit, with deeply lobed leaves and bright yellow, daisy-like flowers. It is found in dry, rocky soils, often in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum yuparense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal herb, as it is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum yuparense is a small white flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum yuparense is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can also be propagated from root cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and is drought tolerant once established. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Taraxacum yuparense

Taraxacum yuparense is native to the western United States and can be found in open meadows and grasslands.

Taraxacum yuparense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum yuparense?

Taraxacum yuparense

What is the common name of Taraxacum yuparense?

Yupar River Dandelion

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum yuparense?

Meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas

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-95224: Based on the initial data import
Hideo Koidzumi (1885-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Koidz.' in the authors string.