Crepis vesicaria subsp. taraxacifolia
Crepis vesicaria subsp. taraxacifolia, commonly known as dandelion hawk's-beard, is a versatile medicinal herb within the Asteraceae family. Renowned for its diuretic and digestive properties, this plant is traditionally used to support liver function and detoxification. Its nutrient-rich leaves offer significant antioxidant benefits for holistic wellness and herbal remedies.
- Scientific name: Crepis vesicaria subsp. taraxacifolia
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae and the genus Crepis. Specifically, it is identified as the subspecies taraxacifolia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Crepis | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Crepis vesicaria subsp. taraxaciifolia, is known by the common name euroopanvoikeltto in Finnish.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| fi | euroopanvoikeltto | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution across various regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence can be documented within Great Britain and Ireland. Moving toward the central part of the continent, it is also found throughout Middle Europe. Specifically, the species inhabits the landscapes of Belgium and Germany. These locations highlight its established range across both northern and central European territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Netherlands | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
Activities
Crepis vesicaria subsp. taraxacifolia has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Diuretic, Laxative.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Diuretic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Laxative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Crepis vesicaria subsp. taraxacifolia has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include diuretic, laxative.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| diuretic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| laxative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |