Taraxacum officinale Family: Compositae
Uses:
- Stimulates liver to remove toxins from the blood, blood purifier
- Helps reduce blood pressure
- Bitter compounds assist digestion
- Nutritive
Caution: Some people may be allergic to the milky latex of the flowers and stems and if a rash should develop, discontinue use.
Fun Fact: The root of the dandelion can be roasted and used as a replacement for coffee.
Doses: 10-30 drops tincture taken up to three times daily, or 2-3 Cups of infusion per day. For best results, prepare flower and leaf as infusion and root as decoction.
Personal Experience: This is great for detoxing the body. It can be bitter so I combine with other herbs or add honey.
Parts Used: Whole plant.
Range: Native to Eurasia, it now grows worldwide.
Habitat & Growing Conditions: Prefers moist areas and full sun, but will grow in shade as well
Traditional Chinese Medicinal Flavors: Cool and bitter
Properties:
Key Constituents:
Try dandelion as a tea or in one of our blends:
- Organic Dandelion Leaf
- Detox Herbal Tea Blend
- Heart Tonic
- Womans Tonic
- Liver Tonic
- Digestive Bitters
Sources:
Medicinal Herbs: A Beginner’s Guide, Rosemary Gladstar, p124;
The Way of Herbs, Michael Tierra, p127
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases. If you are under the care of a health care provider and/or taking prescription medication, check with your health care provider before taking any herbal supplement.