Description
Taraxacum vacillans (also called Vacillating Dandelion, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe, and grows in meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas. It is an annual plant, growing to a height of 0.3-0.6 m, and has yellow flower heads.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Taraxacum vacillans has small, yellow, star-shaped flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Taraxacum vacillans is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a sunny spot in the garden in early spring. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil and should be lightly covered with soil. Water the seeds regularly and keep the soil moist. The plants will grow to a height of about 30 cm and will flower in late summer.