species 15,191 observations
Red-seeded Dandelion
Taraxacum erythrospermum
Field notes
Taraxacum erythrospermum, known by the common name red-seeded dandelion, is a species of dandelion introduced to much of North America, but most commonly found in the north. It is often considered as a variety of Taraxacum laevigatum (i.e., Taraxacum laevigatum var. erythrospermum). In many characteristics, it is similar to the common dandelion, Taraxacum officinale.
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Caterpillars
Moths and butterflies raised on it

Setaceous Hebrew Character, Labrador Tiger Moth
2
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Plant eaters
Animals that feed on it



Poplar Gall Aphid, Canada Goose, Spotted Cucumber Beetle, American Serpentine Leaf Miner
7
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Flower visitors
Pollinators and other flower visitors



Orange-legged Furrow Bee, Variable Duskyface Fly, Common Flower Fly, Orange-belted Leafwalker
30
Range
Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided
Key traits
- Layer
- Herbaceous plants
- Plant type
- Perennial Wildflower
From USDA PLANTS.