Dandelion Root (Taraxacum officinale)

Dandelion Root — Taraxacum officinale

A familiar wildflower with a remarkable place in traditional herbalism, dandelion has been gathered and valued throughout Europe for generations. Beneath its bright yellow flowers lies a substantial taproot, long appreciated for its earthy character and place in traditional apothecary preparations.

Historically associated with bitter botanical preparations, dandelion root contains naturally occurring inulin, a type of plant fibre.

Ways to use: Herbal decoctions (preparations made by gently simmering plant material in water), botanical blends and traditional roasted-root preparations.

Our botanicals: Carefully selected from organic growers and hand-packed in small batches by Hearthwise Herbals.

Traditional correspondences: Jupiter · Sagittarius · Air
Energetics: Cooling · Drying

Cautions: Avoid if allergic to plants in the Asteraceae family. Seek professional advice if you have gallbladder or bile-duct conditions, or if pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication.

100 g | Cut dried botanical root