Dandelion (Taraxacum dissimile)
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 dissimile, commonly known as solmaskros, is a robust perennial herb belonging to the Asteraceae family, characterized by its lobed leaves and vibrant yellow, sun-like flowers. It is often mistaken for the common dandelion, but its achenes and bracts have distinct features. This plant is ideal for low-maintenance gardens or for adding a touch of wild color to meadows and borders.
Native range
Europe
Care tips
It thrives in full sunlight for optimal flowering, though it can tolerate partial shade. Moderate watering is required, allowing the topsoil to dry out between waterings, as it is susceptible to waterlogging. It adapts to a wide range of soils but prefers well-drained and slightly fertile conditions. A common mistake is to dismiss it as a 'weed' and remove it indiscriminately, when in fact it can be a charming and resilient addition to the landscape.
How to save a dying Dandelion
- Warning signs
- Yellowish or brown leaves, wilting or soft, stunted growth, no flowering.
- First aid
- Move to indirect light, water moderately if soil is dry, check drainage.
- What kills it
- Overwatering (root rot), lack of light (weakens), very compact or poor soil.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, often recovers well with adjustments in watering, light, and good soil.