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Description
Taraxacum Mongolicum, also known as Mongolian Dandelion, is a type of plant that belongs to the dandelion family. It is native to Mongolia and China, but it is now found in many parts of the world. The plant has yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves that are arranged in a rosette pattern. It grows up to a height of 30 centimeters and produces a taproot that can grow up to 20 centimeters long.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Magnoliophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Taraxacum |
Appearance
The Taraxacum Mongolicum plant has a bright yellow flower head that is made up of many small petals. The flower head sits on top of a long, green stem that emerges from the center of a rosette of deeply lobed leaves. The leaves are green, and they can grow up to 30 centimeters long. The plant produces a taproot that can grow up to 20 centimeters long. When the plant is mature, it can grow up to a height of 30 centimeters.
Care Guide
Taraxacum Mongolicum is a hardy plant that is easy to grow. It requires moderate watering and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. The plant prefers full sunlight but can also grow in partial shade. It is hardy in USDA zones 3 to 9.
Water
The plant requires moderate watering. It should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.
Fertilization
The plant does not require frequent fertilization, but it can benefit from an application of fertilizer in the spring.
Soil
The plant can tolerate a wide range of soil types but prefers well-draining soil.
Sunlight
The plant prefers full sunlight but can also grow in partial shade.
Hardiness Zones
The plant is hardy in USDA zones 3 to 9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Taraxacum Mongolicum is not known to be susceptible to any specific pests or diseases. However, like all plants, it can be affected by common pests such as aphids, mites, and whiteflies.
Habitat
Taraxacum Mongolicum is native to Mongolia and China, but it is now found in many parts of the world. It grows in a wide range of habitats, including grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Taraxacum Mongolicum a medicinal plant?
A: Yes, Taraxacum Mongolicum has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including liver and kidney diseases.
Q: Can Taraxacum Mongolicum be used for food?
A: Yes, the leaves of the plant can be used in salads, and the flowers can be used to make wine.
Q: Is Taraxacum Mongolicum an invasive species?
A: Yes, Taraxacum Mongolicum is considered an invasive species in some parts of the world.
Q: How can I propagate Taraxacum Mongolicum?
A: Taraxacum Mongolicum can be propagated by seed or by dividing the taproot.
Related Plants
Other plants in the Taraxacum genus include:
- Taraxacum Officinale (Common Dandelion)
- Taraxacum erythrospermum (Red-seeded Dandelion)
- Taraxacum laevigatum (Mountain Dandelion)
References
- https://www.fs.fed.us/wildflowers/plant-of-the-week/taraxacum_mongolicum.shtml
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taraxacum_mongolicum
- https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/dandelion/growing-mongolian-dandelion.htm
