Dandelion (Taraxacum sublongisquameum)
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 sublongisquameum, known in Danish as Rundbugtet vejmælkebøtte, is a dandelion species belonging to the Asteraceae family. This perennial herbaceous plant is characterized by its lobed basal leaves and distinctive yellow flowers that form solitary heads, typical of Taraxacum. It is ideal for natural style gardens, wild meadows, or as part of a biodiverse landscape, where its presence can attract pollinators.
Care tips
This species thrives in full sun to partial shade, adapting to a wide range of light conditions. It prefers well-drained soils, although it is quite tolerant of different substrate types, including poor soils. Watering should be moderate, allowing the topsoil to dry out between waterings; it is drought-tolerant once established. Avoid overwatering, as it can lead to root rot, and excessive fertilization is unnecessary as it adapts well to low-nutrient conditions.
How to save a dying Dandelion
- Warning signs
- Limp, yellowing, or brown-spotted leaves. Stunted growth. Flowers failing to open or wilting quickly.
- First aid
- Repot to a larger pot with good drainage. Ensure at least 6 hours of direct sun. Water only when the soil surface is dry.
- What kills it
- Constant waterlogging, lack of direct sunlight, or very compact soil suffocating the roots.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if roots aren't completely rotted and some green leaves or viable shoots remain. Act quickly!