Dandelion (Taraxacum rufocarpoides)
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 rufocarpoides, commonly known as Pissenlit, is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. It is characterized by its rosettes of toothed leaves and its distinctive bright yellow flowers that transform into fluffy seed heads. It is ideal for wild gardens or as ground cover in areas where a natural and resilient touch is desired.
Care tips
This species thrives in full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight for optimal flowering. It prefers well-drained soils, although it is adaptable to a wide range of soil types. Watering should be moderate, allowing the substrate to dry slightly between waterings, and a common mistake to avoid is over-fertilization, as it can promote leaf growth at the expense of flowering.
How to save a dying Dandelion
- Warning signs
- Wilting, yellowing, or soft leaves; scarce or no flowering. It's very resistant.
- First aid
- Transplant to fresh, nutrient-rich soil with good drainage. Ensure full sun exposure.
- What kills it
- Excessive shade and poor or compacted soil. It needs space!
- Can it be saved?
- Absolutely! It's a very resilient plant, it recovers easily if conditions are corrected.