Dandelions

Ubiquitous and plentiful, except in extremely damp or shaded areas. Blooms persist from March to October. A perennial native to the region.

Identification

Vivid yellow blooms give way to recognizable seedheads known as dandelion clocks. The plant features serrated leaves arranged in a basal rosette and contains a milky latex juice. It boasts a robust tap root that delves deep into the soil. Ranging in height from 10 to 60cm, its leaf shape can vary greatly, with numerous closely related micro-species exhibiting similar characteristics.

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