The Goat's Beard is a member of the Dandelion family and produces similar parachute seeds on a 'clock' head that rely on wind for dispersal

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The Goat's beard is a member of the Dandelion family and produces similar, but larger parachute seeds on a 'clock' head that rely on wind for dispersal. The prefer well drained soils.

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Location: Scarborough, UK
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