Dandelion
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Description

Dandelion is one of nature's great medicines and it really proves that a weed is only a plant out of place. In fact it is one of the most useful of herbs.

A bright yellow flower . The flower heads form a fluffy ball as they turn to seed. Leaves are oblong with jagged edges.

Uses

Both the leaves and root have long been eaten as highly nutritious salad. Dandelion salad in spring is considered a blood cleanser due to its diuretic and digestive qualities.

Nutrition

The leaves are very high in vitamin A, B, C and D, the A content being higher than that of carrots.

Pack Sizes

Food Service Pack 50 o 75 count
(Food service trays)
Retail Packs 12 count
(Dome Plastic trays)

 


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