Taraxacum officinale
Description: Dandelion leaf is a mild chloretic, that is, an agent for stimulating the release of bile from the liver into the gallbladder. The herb is used to support treatment of a variety of liver and gallbladder disorders, especially the incomplete digestion of fats. The release of bile is laxative, and accelerates the breakdown of various steroid hormones, causing an indirect, favorable effect on eczema and other skin conditions.
Dandelion leaf, like dandelion root, also is one of the best herbal diuretics. It stimulates urination but also replaces the potassium lost to the increased volume of urine.
Typical Preparations:
Typically used as an herbal tea or tincture, can be used with dandelion root. Sometimes encapsulated. The fresh greens of Dandelion are great in salads, and the dried leaf makes a comparable alternative.
Medicinal Precautions:
Use with caution if you have gallstones.
Magickal Associations: Used for wiccan or pagan spell supply. Masculine, Jupiter, Air, Hecate, Divination, Wishes, Calling Spirits. Protection against bad dreams, Weather magic, To soothe the will, Wishing Herb, Psychic Stimulator, Messenger.
What you receive: Herb that has been cut & sifted or ground and comes in a food grade poly Ziploc baggie to retain freshness.
