Flora Report- Dandelions

Evelyn Hernandez
May 22, 2008
Science P. 7
Ms. Overly




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Flora Report- Dandelions
The common name for my flower is known as a Dandelion. It’s scientific name is Taraxacum officinale they are the most common weed in the world. The leaves are 5-25 cm long. The roots are up to ½ inch in diameter. Many dandelions are asexual. The seeds are produced without any pollination. Dandelions usually come out during the spring and are usually around until Summer.
The top of the flower is usually all just yellow. They are most common in the western part of the United States, mostly where it is warm. Dandelions usually have pointy stems and leaves that are also pointy and sharp. They are found on the end of a hollow stalk.
Dandelions are usually found in lawns, pastures and vacant lots. They provide food for many kinds of organisms. Like bees with out their pollination they wouldn’t have honey. They take up lots of empty space and space that may be needed for other things like construction. This makes it harder for organisms, like bees, to get the resources that they need. They create a whole new environment around themselves.