voikukka
Voikukka is the Finnish word for dandelion. This common herbaceous perennial plant belongs to the genus Taraxacum. Its name, voikukka, translates literally to "butter flower" in English, likely referring to its bright yellow petals. The plant is widely distributed across temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, including Finland, where it is a familiar sight in meadows, lawns, and roadsides.
Voikukka is characterized by its toothed, basal leaves and a solitary, bright yellow flower head composed of
Historically and in contemporary times, voikukka has been utilized for various purposes. Its leaves are edible