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Japanese Dandelion (Taraxacum albidum)

Taraxacum albidum, commonly known as Japanese Dandelion, is a perennial herb with distinctive white flower heads, differing from the common yellow dandelion.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Adaptable to various soil types but prefers loamy or sandy loam.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.

Water

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Avoid waterlogging.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Adaptable to various soil types but prefers loamy or sandy loam.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Ideal range is 15-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.

Every 4-6 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.15-0.3 m

Spread

0.3-0.5 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Semi-dormant

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Lobed

Flower Size

2-3 cm

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Synonyms
Taraxacum albiflorum (Makino) Koidz.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderAsterales
  • familyAsteraceae
  • genusTaraxacum
  • speciesTaraxacum albidum
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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