Welcome to my daily blog featuring an herb everyday that can improve your life or maybe just your knowledge! I have been growing, using, and selling herbs for over 20 years and I'm also a traditional naturopath. Please feel free to comment on my blog and to make it more complete! The first herb that i'm going to discuss is Taraxacum officinale, or Dandelion. This is the time of year when "Scott" starts running its anti dandelion ads on tv and radio."Get rid of that obnoxious weed and stop making your neighbors mad by spreading those pesky seeds" they proclaim.
I have decided that I prefer dandelion to grass and am currently letting a portion of my yard(which is covered with dandelions) go to seed and get rid of the grass.I will post a picture in the near future of my project!
Dandelion is called "The King of Herbs" and every part of the plant is useful and edible! Dandelion is a very rich source of vitamins A,B,C, and D as well as many minerals such as iron and zinc. It's leaves are now sold in health food stores as a great green to add to salads. The roots are ground for tea or roasted as a coffee substitute. The flower makes a very nice gold wine!
Dandelion has been used for centuries to treat liver problems and kidney disease.Dandelion is a great appetite stimulant and digestive aid. It's a perfect spring tonic for what ails you!
So this year let's just say no to Scott and yes to "The King Of Herbs!"
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