Dandelion (Taraxacum pollichii)
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 pollichii, known as Pollich's Dandelion, is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. It is characterized by its rosettes of lobed leaves and distinctive bright yellow flowers that transform into fluffy seed heads (pappus). While often considered a 'weed,' its wild appearance and early blooming make it appealing in naturalized meadows or low-maintenance gardens.
Native range
Central and Eastern Europe
Care tips
It thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts to a wide range of soils, though it prefers well-drained and slightly moist substrates. This is a very resilient and low-maintenance plant, not requiring regular fertilization. A common mistake is attempting to eradicate it completely, thereby losing its ecological value and its ability to attract pollinators.
How to save a dying Dandelion
- Warning signs
- Wilting, yellowing, or brown-spotted leaves. Stunted growth. Flowers failing to open or wilting quickly.
- First aid
- Check watering; usually due to over or under-watering. If potted, consider repotting if roots are visible. Ensure good indirect light.
- What kills it
- Constant waterlogging or extreme drought. Also, insufficient light or compacted soil hindering its taproot development.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, they are very resilient! With proper watering, light, and soil, it will recover. If the root is healthy, it will regrow.