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Russian dandelion - perennial dandelion native to Kazakhstan cultivated for its fleshy roots that have high rubber content

kok-saghyz, kok-sagyz, Taraxacum kok-saghyz

blowball, dandelion - any of several herbs of the genus Taraxacum having long tap roots and deeply notched leaves and bright yellow flowers followed by fluffy seed balls

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Ohio State scientists see Russian dandelion as a new, sustainable source of natural latex.

STUDIES ON THE ROOT ANATOMY OF RUBBER PRODUCING ENDEMIC OF KAZAKHSTAN, TARAXACUM KOK-SAGHYZ L.E. RODIN

She added, "The latex from Russian dandelion roots is used to replace some of the 150 lb.

Ford: focuses on the future of mobility & manufacturing

biotech company and this international molecular genetics company specializing in agricultural biotechnology have developed the first Russian dandelion lines that can be tested and used for latex extraction.

Russian dandelion lines used for latex extraction

The dandelion in question is Taraxacum kok-saghvz, more commonly known'as the Russian dandelion. a native of Kazakhstan.

Alternative natural and synthetic rubber for Ohio and the United States

Researchers have been working on and off since before World War II to extract commercially viable amounts of rubber from both the Russian dandelion and guayule, a desert plant native to northern Mexico.

On the rebound: scientists revive search for new rubber sources

The Russian dandelion isn't much to look at, being a smaller version of the humble yellow blossom currently dotting your back yard.

Russian dandelion seeds Ontario rubber industry

Once inside, the virus deleted the offending genetic sequence from the Russian dandelion's DNA.

Genetically engineered dandelion can ooze more rubber

Instead of using rubber trees (Hevea brasiliensis, for those of a botanical bent), the Continental team, working with personnel from the Fraunhofer Institute, are sourcing the latex from a Russian dandelion (Taraxacum kok-saghyz) to make tires.

Making tires from weeds (seriously): while many people bring out the Roundup to get rid of those vexing dandelions, the people at Continental Tire are finding that the weeds can serve as a source for rubber