Taraxacum officinale – Doyle's Space

Cat’s-Ear Weed

Cat’s-ear is often confused with dandelions.

Cat’s-ear (Hypochaeris radicata) is an invasive perennial weed that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe but has spread to many parts of the world, including North America, where it is often considered a nuisance in lawns, gardens, and pastures. The plant typically grows in rosettes, with leaves forming a basal cluster close to the ground. Its flowers resemble those of dandelions, featuring bright yellow petals atop long, slender stems.

Dandelions

Taraxacum officinale, or dandelions, are wildflowers that grow as weeds in your yard, native to temperate areas of the Northern Hemisphere. They have decorative yellow flowers that are open during the day, closed at night, and within a few days will go to the seed head that every kid recognizes. The seeds are blown off the head and scatter in the wind.