Coarse and erect, this plant is pubescent on the stems and unopened flowers. The elliptical leaves are wedge-shaped at their bases. The yellow flowers produced at the top of the plants open at dusk or on cloudy days. They are produced from June through September.

Common throughout

Young spring roots can be eaten raw or cooked once cleaned. Young second-year leaves are delicious as greens and flowers may be added to salads.

Be mindful of collecting locality