Description
Taraxacum ambrosium (also called Ambrosia Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that can grow up to 20 cm tall. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and it typically grows in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.
Uses & Benefits
Taraxacum ambrosium is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Taraxacum ambrosium is yellow and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, with a diameter of about 1 mm. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Taraxacum ambrosium is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or by division of the rootstock. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in the spring. To propagate by division, dig up the rootstock in the spring and divide it into smaller sections, making sure each section has some roots attached. Plant the divisions in a well-drained soil in the sun.
Where to Find Taraxacum ambrosium
Taraxacum ambrosium is native to Europe and can be found in the countries of Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Slovakia, and Switzerland.