Dandelion-like flowers with many yellow petals. Each petal is squared-off and has 5 teeth. The flowers are solitary at the end of tall, leafless stems. The lobed, hairy leaves form a basal rosette.
- Scientific Name: Hypochaeris radicata
- Other Names: Australian Cape Weed, California Dandelion, Catsear, Cat’s Ear, Common Cat’s-Ear, False Dandelion, Flatweed, Frogbit, Gosmore, Hairy Cat’s Ear, Rough Cat’s Ear, Spotted Catsear, Cat’s Ear Dandelion
- Flower Size: 1 - 3 inches
- Plant Height: 1 - 2 feet
- Fun Facts: Leaves can be eaten. Roots can be ground and roasted for a coffee substitute.
- Flower Color: Yellow
- Bloom Time: April, May, June, July, August, September, October
- Petal: Many
- Leaf: Basal Rosette, Hairy, Lobed
- Stem: Leafless, Smooth
- Environment: Part Shade, Sun
- Location: Indian Creek Greenway, Shiloh Greenway