Description
Taraxacum rufocarpum (also called Rufous-Fruited Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and Eastern Europe, specifically in Austria, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Hungary, Romania, Slovakia, and Ukraine. It grows in meadows, pastures, and on roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Taraxacum rufocarpum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal herb to treat digestive disorders, fever, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Taraxacum rufocarpum is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.