- The Basics
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| Latin Name: |
Taraxacum officinale |
| Common Name: |
Dandelion, Irish Daisy, Lion's Tooth |
| Family: |
Asteraceae |
| Country of Origin: |
U.S.A. |
| Growing Method: |
Organic |
| Parts Used: |
Root |
- Additional Info
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Dandelion bears a sun-yellow flower head (which is actually composed of hundreds of tiny flowers) typical of the Asteraceae family, that closes in the evening or during cloudy weather and opens back up in the morning, much like its cousin calendula. It has been used for centuries in traditional medicine practices all over the world as a restorative tonic, edible food, and in herbal beers and wines.
Dandelion was traditionally used in many systems of medicine to support digestive and gastrointestinal health. Additionally, dandelion was traditionally used to support liver health.
- Preparations
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Dried root or leaf as tea or tincture, powdered dried root encapsulated, or powdered and roasted and made into a coffee substitute beverage.
- Precautions
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- No known precautions
- We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.
- Bulk Pricing + Packaging
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Our herbs + spices are sold in bulk so you may order as much or as little as you'd like. Herbs + spices will arrive to you in either a reusable paper or high quality resealable bag (great for reuse).
This product has not been evaluated by the CFIA or Health Canada. This information is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We recommend consulting with a certified health practitioner before beginning use.
