Description
Taraxacum elegantiforme (also called Elegant Dandelion, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family Asteraceae. It is native to the mountains of central and eastern Europe, from the Pyrenees east to the Carpathians, and from the Alps south to the Balkans. It grows in rocky, dry, sunny places, often on limestone soils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Taraxacum elegantiforme is a yellow-orange disc floret, with a diameter of 1 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, with a diameter of 0.5 cm. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Taraxacum elegantiforme is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division.