Taraxacum officinale
Blooms everywhere and opens only when the sun shines
Taraxacum officinale common dandelion
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An omnipresent weed that came from Eurasia, grows in a variety of open areas, and other man-disturbed habitats. The jagged leaves and hollow stem that oozes milky juice when broken, as well as the fluffy white seedballs are a familiar sight to all.
Habitat & Range
Grows in fields, roadsides, lawns and open grounds.
Present throughout the state.
Wetland codes
| EMP: | FACU |
|---|---|
| NCNE: | FACU |
Phenology
Flowers March to December.
Taraxacum officinale common dandelion
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Plant Summary
perennial forb
introduced, common
flower color: yellow
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