It is the time again to treasure the tooth of the lion –
one of the most potent spring tonics !
one of the most potent spring tonics !
The dandelion, taraxacum officinale.
Called so after the french dent- de – lion,
tooth of the lion, due to the shape of its leaves.
tooth of the lion, due to the shape of its leaves.
You can eat it, juice it, mascerate it, infuse for tea,
dry it for herbal use and other decoctions,
dry it for herbal use and other decoctions,
it can be a base for wine and beer,
the roasted root provides a coffee substitute.
the roasted root provides a coffee substitute.
It is one of the rather rare herbs
which provide a cleansing bitterness,
which provide a cleansing bitterness,
offering a purifying and stimulating effect
for liver, kidneys and gallbladder.
for liver, kidneys and gallbladder.
Spring is the time to enjoy its benefits!