Dandelion (Taraxacum campylodes)
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 campylodes, commonly known as dandelion, is a perennial herbaceous plant from the Asteraceae family, recognized for its distinctive bright yellow flowers that transform into fluffy seed spheres. It is an adaptable plant often found in gardens, meadows, and roadsides, adding a wild and cheerful touch to the landscape.
Native range
Europe and temperate Asia
Care tips
This plant prefers full sun to partial shade and adapts to a wide range of soil types, though it thrives in well-drained, slightly alkaline soils. Watering should be moderate, allowing the substrate to dry slightly between waterings, as it is quite drought tolerant. A common mistake to avoid is the excessive use of herbicides, as dandelions are an important food source for pollinators and their leaves are edible.
How to save a dying Dandelion
- Warning signs
- Wilted, yellowing leaves; soft stems; lack of flowering or wilting flowers.
- First aid
- Transplant to a sunnier spot with well-drained soil; if potted, water only when substrate is dry.
- What kills it
- Excessive shade, waterlogged or compacted soil, or lack of space for its deep taproot.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, it's a resilient plant. Good drainage and sun exposure usually revive it.