Dandelion (Taraxacum langeanum)
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 langeanum, commonly known as "Langes maskros", is a perennial dandelion species native to Europe. It is characterized by its basal rosettes of deeply lobed leaves and its distinctive bright yellow flowers that bloom in spring. It is an ideal plant for wild meadows, naturalized gardens, or as ground cover in low-traffic areas.
Native range
Europe, especially in Scandinavia and the Baltic region.
Care tips
It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils, although it is quite adaptable to different soil types. Watering should be moderate, allowing the top layer of the substrate to dry out between waterings; it is tolerant of short dry spells. A common mistake is trying to grow it in small pots, as its taproot needs space to develop. It propagates easily by seeds or division.
How to save a dying Dandelion
- Warning signs
- Yellowing or wilting leaves, soft stems, lack of flowering or withered flowers.
- First aid
- Transplant to fresh, well-drained soil, ensure full sun, and water moderately.
- What kills it
- Excessive shade, waterlogged soil, or nutrient deficiency.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if you act quickly and correct growing conditions.