Taraxacum Officinalis



Dandelion are species of herbaceous plants in the genus Taraxacum and family Asteraceae. The name dandelion is usually given to the flowers that these species have, the 'flowers' are morphologically a flower head consisting of many tiny flowers called florets. The dandelion is native to Europe and Asia, and has spread to many other places. In northern areas and places where the dandelion is not native, it reproduces asexually.

Uses

Dandelion root is believed to stimulate digestive functions. Sold in most health food stores, often in a mixture, it is considered an excellent cleansing tonic for the liver.