Dandelion (Taraxacum hamiferum)
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 hamiferum, an uncommon dandelion species, is characterized by its deeply lobed leaves and bright yellow flowers, identical to those of the common dandelion. Although often considered a 'weed,' its attractive leaf rosettes and early bloom can add a rustic touch to naturalistic gardens or meadows. It's a small, resilient plant that can thrive in cracks or between rocks, bringing color even to the most challenging environments.
Care tips
This species thrives in full sun to partial shade, being highly adaptable to various light conditions. Watering should be moderate, allowing the substrate to dry out slightly between waterings, as it is drought-tolerant once established. It prefers well-drained soils, even poor or rocky ones, without requiring a specific substrate. A common mistake is to aggressively try to eradicate it, as its ability to regrow is remarkable; it's better to manage it if its presence is not desired in certain areas.
How to save a dying Dandelion
- Warning signs
- Yellowing or wilting leaves, soft stems. May indicate overwatering or compacted soil.
- First aid
- Transplant to loose, well-draining soil. Ensure full sun exposure. Water only when the surface is dry.
- What kills it
- Constant waterlogging, which rots its taproots. Also, lack of direct sunlight.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if the taproots are not completely rotted. It's a resilient plant.