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Common dandelion

Taraxacum officinal

Description:

The dandelion is considered a weed, especially in lawns and along roadsides, but it is sometimes used as a medical herb and in food preparation. It is well known for its yellow flower heads that turn into round balls of silver tufted fruits that disperse in the wind.

Habitat:

Mason Farm Biological Reserve

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3 Comments

the reptile man
the reptile man 10 years ago

wow a flower :|

Maria dB
Maria dB 10 years ago

Thank you, Mona

Mona Pirih
Mona Pirih 10 years ago

Beautiful series...

Maria dB
Spotted by
Maria dB

Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA

Spotted on Apr 18, 2013
Submitted on May 4, 2013

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