Status:
valid
Authors:
G.E.Haglund
Source:
gcc
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
Bot. Not. 1938, 314.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000122095
Common Names
- Xanthophyllum Dandelion
- Yellow Dandelion
- Xanthophyllum Taraxacum
Description
Taraxacum xanthophyllum (also called Yellow-flowered Dandelion, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe and Asia. It is a low-growing plant with yellow flowers and deeply-lobed leaves. It is found growing in meadows, pastures, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Taraxacum xanthophyllum is an edible plant that is often used in salads and other dishes. It has a mild flavor and can be used as a substitute for lettuce. It is also known for its medicinal properties, such as being used to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Taraxacum xanthophyllum is a yellow-white color with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Taraxacum xanthophyllum is a perennial plant native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in late summer or early autumn and the divisions should be planted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.
Where to Find Taraxacum xanthophyllum
Taraxacum xanthophyllum is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Taraxacum xanthophyllum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Taraxacum xanthophyllum?
Taraxacum xanthophyllum
What is the common name of Taraxacum xanthophyllum?
Xanthophyllum Dandelion
What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum xanthophyllum?
Grassy areas in the southern parts of South Africa
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,