What is another word for dandelion?
Pronunciation: [dˈandɪlˌa͡ɪ͡ən] (IPA) 
Dandelion, the yellow flower found in almost every lawn, is also known by many other names. Some of these synonyms include blowball, lion's tooth, fairy clock, puffball, cankerwort, priest's crown, and wild endive. The plant is also called by its scientific name, Taraxacum officinale. The name "lion's tooth" comes from the tooth-like edges of its leaves while "fairy clock" refers to the way its white seeds float down like a clock when blown. The edible plant is often used in herbal medicine for its purported health benefits. Whatever the name, the dandelion remains a familiar and ubiquitous sight in gardens and open spaces the world over.
