Dandelion—Taraxacum officinaleWeber
This document provides an overview of the dandelion (Taraxacum officinale), a perennial plant commonly found as a weed but also cultivated for its edible leaves. It describes the plant’s characteristics, cultural requirements, and uses, noting its resemblance to endive and chicory. Dandelion thrive...
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The University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries
2003-05-01
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| Series: | EDIS |
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| Online Access: | https://journals.flvc.org/edis/article/view/139628 |
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| Summary: | This document provides an overview of the dandelion (Taraxacum officinale), a perennial plant commonly found as a weed but also cultivated for its edible leaves. It describes the plant’s characteristics, cultural requirements, and uses, noting its resemblance to endive and chicory. Dandelion thrives in cool seasons and can be grown from seed with harvestable leaves in about three months. Original publication date May 1994.
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| ISSN: | 2576-0009 |