Dandelion Factoids

Dandelions are the most well known plant in the world. Here are Ten interestings facts about the dandelion that you might not know.

Agoseris monticola

a bunch of bright yellow dandelions flowers

Milky liquid produced in the stem contains latex (substance that is similar to rubber). Scientists created new species of dandelion which produces high quality latex in greater amount. This type of latex has potential to replace rubber in the production of tires in the near future.