Dandelion (Taraxacum sinicum)
Care, watering, light and tips for Dandelion on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Asteraceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 3 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 0–35 °C
About Dandelion
Taraxacum sinicum, known as jian di pu gong ying, is a dandelion species native to East Asia, valued for its medicinal properties and bright yellow blooms. It is a perennial herbaceous plant that forms basal rosettes of lobed leaves and produces hollow flower stalks with a single composite flower. Ideal for herb gardens, rockeries, or as ground cover in sunny areas, where its flowers brighten the landscape.
Native range
East Asia (China)
Care tips
Taraxacum sinicum thrives in full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight for optimal blooming. It prefers well-drained soils, although it is quite tolerant of different soil types, even poor ones. Keep the soil slightly moist but avoid waterlogging; water when the top layer of the substrate feels dry to the touch. A common mistake is underestimating its spreading ability, so it's advisable to control its growth if you don't want it to spread.
How to save a dying Dandelion
- Warning signs
- Wilting, yellowing or soft leaves, drooping stems. Loss of vigor.
- First aid
- Check soil moisture. If dry, water deeply. If waterlogged, aerate and drain. Move to partial shade.
- What kills it
- Overwatering (root rot) or prolonged extreme drought. Too much direct sun in summer.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes! It's very resilient. Act quickly at the first signs of stress.