The Nifty Clustering of Dandelions

Regarded as a form of weed, dandelions are actually flowers that are unique and play a great role in botany and nature. These vivid yellow flowers announce the arrival of spring and summer when the fields and gardens get painted with colors. The Latin name, Taraxacum officinale, speaks of the fact many people know dandelions as medicinal plants.

The dandelion is a fantastic case study in the art of resilience and its life cycle especially is compelling. From a small bud, it grows into a beautiful flower that attracts bees and other birds or insects that help in pollination. After the process of pollination, the flower morphs into a furry flower head that has been known for its beauty and the ability to achieve seed dispersal at the slightest breeze. Each seed has the ability to spread and let the species survive.

Apart from those, dandelions also serve another function; they can be eaten and they are very nutritious as well. Be it salads or tea; herbal or anything you think of. All the parts of the plant can be used to make.

Dandelions are annoying weeds but on the contrary a string of success in nature’s invention and adaptation. These gay flowers create a cheerful environmental perspective and teach everyone to appreciate even the insignificant flowers.