Dandelion (Taraxacum)
Dandelion Genus Details
The dandelion is known for its yellow flower that is actually made up of many small individual flowers. The stem is slender and hollow, with the plant being 1-4 inches tall. The plants are considered invasive weeds by many people but they are also an excellent source of potassium, calcium and vitamin A.
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Dandelion (Taraxacum) genus
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Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale)
Dandelion Allergy Info
Although not airborne for long, the dandelion pollen is abundant close to the ground, where the low-growing plant sheds it. Because dandelion shares the aster family with ragweed, it is likely a cause of allergy when sensitive individuals are very close to the pollen source.
Dandelion Pollen Description
Pollen grains are spheroidal with a triangular amb and long spines.
Pollen grains are 45-48 micrometers.
Species in This Genus
Allergenicity Legend:
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Mild Allergen |
Moderate Allergen |
Severe Allergen |
Allergy Test Available
Dandelion (Taraxacum) is a genus of the ASTERACEAE family.
This genus includes the following allergenic species:
This genus includes the following allergenic species:
