The bitter root used for tea and coffee substitutes.
dried dandelion root
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What tradition tells us about the dandelion
Lion's Teeth
Its name comes from the jagged leaves, which resemble dandelions. The French call it dent de lion, while in other regions it is also known as cowslip or dandelion.
Pu Gong Ying
In China, it's called Pu Gong Ying and is traditionally considered bitter, sweet, and cold. Here, children blow its little umbrellas into the wind and make a wish.
The ritual
In spring, the young, bitter leaves are added to salads. Dandelion honey is made from the blossoms, and the roasted root was formerly used as a coffee substitute.
The profile in the Botanical Archive: benefits, ingredients, home remedies, Ayurveda & TCM and all sources.
What folk medicine used dandelion for: in the Botanical Archives →Dried dandelion root (Taraxacum officinale), cut, for tea, decoction and coffee substitute.
At a glance
- Plant: Taraxacum officinale (dandelion), Asteraceae
- Origin: Wild harvesting and cultivation in Europe
- Includes: Bitter substances (taraxacin), inulin, potassium, triterpenes
- Tradition: Valued for centuries in European herbal medicine as a bitter root, roasted as a coffee substitute
Why your body is aware of this issue: Bitterness is a matter of taste, and dandelion root is one of the most bitter roots you can drink. It also contains inulin, a dietary fiber, and a good amount of potassium. Roasting it removes its bitterness and makes it a caffeine-free coffee substitute.
Folk medicine, tradition, research
What European herbal medicine has used dandelion root for centuries, what bitter substances and inulin are, and what is scientifically proven.
Here's how to use it
As a decoction: steep one teaspoon of root in 250 ml of cold water, bring to a boil briefly, and let it steep for 10 minutes. Drink one cup before meals. Roasted, the root makes a caffeine-free coffee substitute. A course of treatment lasting three to four weeks in spring or autumn is recommended.
Good to know
- Do not use in cases of gallstones, bile duct obstruction, or intestinal obstruction.
- If you have stomach ulcers or heartburn, consult a doctor beforehand, as bitter substances are not always compatible.
- Allergy of the daisy family (chamomile, arnica): start cautiously.
As always, remember: a spice or herb is part of good food, not a medicine or medical advice. If you have any health concerns, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are taking regular medication, it's a good idea to consult your doctor beforehand.
Available from our partner Kasimir + Lieselotte
Organic dandelion from Germany, root and leaves finely chopped, handmade in Werder.
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Kasimir and Lieselotte from Werder
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- Our own manufacturing facilityPrepared and bottled in Werder an der Havel
- organically certifiedInspection body DE-ÖKO-070
- Own Demeter farmin Traversères, southern France
- IndependentFamily business, not a pharmaceutical company
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