Characteristics of Dandelions

1. Appearance characteristics

1. The root system is relatively long

The plant height is approximately between 10 cm and 25 cm. In addition, its root system is relatively long, usually half the height of the plant. The surface of the rhizome is brown-yellow in color, and the leaves extend outward from the bottom in a lotus shape.

2. The juice is poisonous

The rhizomes of the plant are relatively thin and therefore easier to break. After breaking it, white juice will be exposed inside, but this juice is somewhat toxic, so it is best not to touch it directly with your hands to avoid causing discomfort.

3. Blooming small yellow flowers

It will bloom flowers, the color of the flowers is bright yellow. With the center as a point, it spreads out evenly in all directions, looking like a small umbrella.

4. Hairy seeds

What makes it different from other plants is that its seeds have white pappus on them, and many seeds combined together form a furry ball. When the breeze blows, its seeds float away like parachutes and slowly land and settle.

2. Habits and Characteristics

1. Its flowers have no fragrance, but they are filled with the breath of spring. It usually grows in mountains, valleys, slopes and beside grasslands.

2. It has strong adaptability and can not only tolerate very low temperatures but also very high temperatures. It has very tenacious vitality.