TAraxacum

( TARE - axe - uh - kum )

At-A-Glance Information

This genus

Taraxacum Species and Varietals

The large genus Taraxacum is a member of the plant family Asteraceae, and includes 2,487 species. The growing zones for these plants vary depending on the species; for more information, consult the information below. To find your zone, click here: Zone Map.

Taraxacum albidum
This species, native to southern Japan, forms a perennial herbaceous plant that produces white flowers with yellow-cream colored centers. Leaves are deeply lobed, and the plant forms a deep taproot. Flowering occurs in springtime, typically between the months of March and May in its native range. 

Taraxacum californicum (California Dandelion)
Considered an endangered species, these plants are native to the San Bernardino Mountains in California, where they grow in mountain meadows. These small perennial wildflowers produce green, red-veined foliage and yellow flower heads. 

Taraxacum officinale (Dandelion, Common Dandelion)
This species is well-known worldwide as a weedy plant that colonizes lawns, disturbed soils, and gardens worldwide. Plants form deep taproots and are difficult to eradicate from landscapes, but have the upside of being edible. Flowers are used to make dandelion wine and as garnish, leaves are used in salads as greens or sauteed, and roots are ground and used as a coffee substitute. 

Caring for Sesamum


Harvesting Sesame Seeds and Leaves

Propagation

Bixia orellana seed pods are bright red.
When seeds are mature, seed pods will open.

Problems and Pests

?? plants are typically pest and disease free. For more information on common garden problems, including how to correct them, see the following links.
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Gallery

The blooming season of this plant (February–March) is celebrated with the Mustard Festival, a series of festivities in the wine country of California (Napa and Sonoma Counties).[13]

Videos

All about Lipstick Trees.
How to care for a Lipstick Tree in the garden.

Resources

Wikipedia: List of Taraxacum Species
Wikipedia: Taraxacum
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