White-flowering Korean dandelion

Names and Synonyms

Common Names

• White-flowering Korean dandelion

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Taraxacum pseudoalbidum var. lutescens
• Taraxacum taqueti var. pinnatipartitum
• Taraxacum glabrisquamum
• Taraxacum pseudoalbidum
• Taraxacum taqueti
• Taraxacum pseudoalbidum f. lutescens

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

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 and the family Asteraceae, it is specifically classified under the genus Taraxacum.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is primarily distributed across several key regions within Eastern Asia. In the Russian Far East, its presence is specifically noted in the Primorye region. Its range extends into China, where it can be found in both Inner Mongolia and Manchuria. Furthermore, the species is widely recognized as part of the natural flora in Korea. Together, these locations define the specific geographical footprint of Taraxacum coreanum.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Taraxacum coreanum is characterized by its ability to thrive in open, disturbed, and sunlight-rich environments. This species is most commonly found colonizing meadows and the edges of roadsides, where the soil is frequently disturbed and competition from dense forest canopies is minimal. By occupying these specific habitats, the plant takes advantage of high light availability and the opportunistic niche provided by human-altered landscapes and natural grassy clearings. Its presence in such areas suggests an ecological strategy centered on rapid colonization of sun-exposed terrains.

Habitat :

meadows, roadsides

Life history

The life history of Taraxacum coreanum is characterized by its status as a perennial species, allowing it to persist through multiple growing seasons. As a perennial, the plant establishes a robust root system that enables it to survive periods of dormancy and re-emerge annually to complete its reproductive cycle. Throughout its lifespan, the plant undergoes seasonal transitions, focusing on vegetative growth during favorable conditions before transitioning to a reproductive phase where it produces flowering heads. This perennial nature provides the species with a competitive advantage in its natural habitat, as it can accumulate resources over several years to support successful seed production and long-term survival within its ecological niche.

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Taraxacum coreanum is characterized by its growth form as a herb, specifically categorized as a non-woody herb. Unlike climbing species, this plant does not exhibit any climbing tendencies, as it is entirely self-supporting in its upright or basal structure. Its physical constitution is defined by a non-woody texture, lacking the rigid lignified tissues found in shrubs or trees, which is consistent with its herbaceous nature.

Climber :

self-supporting

Growth form :

herb

Woodiness :

non-woody

Reproduction

The reproduction of Taraxacum coreanum is characterized by a specific seasonal flowering cycle that dictates its reproductive success. The flowering period typically commences in May, marking the onset of its reproductive phase. This period continues through the late spring and early summer, with the flowering cycle reaching its conclusion in June. This concentrated window of floral activity is essential for the plant's pollination and subsequent seed production processes.

Flowering time :

May

Flowering time :

Jun

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Taraxacum coreanum has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Gallic acid, SYRINGIC ACID, caffeic acid, ferulic acid.

Gallic acid

1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

SYRINGIC ACID

1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

caffeic acid

1. Molecular medicine reports

ferulic acid

1. Molecular medicine reports

Activities

Taraxacum coreanum has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Diuretic.

Diuretic

1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Medicinal Uses

Taraxacum coreanum has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antioxidant, diuretic, melanoma, septic shock.

Most Reported Uses

Preparations