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Taraxacum officinale

Taraxacum officinale

Taraxacum officinale belongs to Asteraceae family.

The English name for this herb is Dandelion.

Warning: The milky latex in the stem and leaves of fresh dandelion may cause an ellergic rash in some individuals. Root and leaves should be used with caution by person with gallstones.

Description

Taraxacum officinale. <b>Foliage:</b> foliage is dark green, deeply lobed, and hairless.

Taraxacum officinale's Flower. Each flower head is composed of many small yellow ray flowers.

Taraxacum officinale's Seeds. Seed are attached to a pappus which facilitates wind dispersal.

Taraxacum officinale's Root and Leaves. Roots are taproot.

Pharmacological Actions

The pharmacological action of Taraxacum officinale's Leaves is Diuretic.

The pharmacological actions of Taraxacum officinale's Root and Leaves are Digestive, Mild Laxative, Stimulant.

Indications

The indications of Taraxacum officinale's Leaves are Heartburn, Constipation, Indigestion, Water retention, Pregnancy support.

The indications of Taraxacum officinale's Root (dried) are Pregnancy support, Liver support, Indigestion, Alcoholism, Constipation, Heartburn.

Contraindications

The contraindications of Taraxacum officinale are Diabetes, Allergies, Stomach Problems, Gall Bladder Diseases.

Temperament

None recorded.

Occurrence, Taste & Odor

None recorded.

Dosage

PartDoseInstructions
Root (dried)3.000 – 5.000 gN/A

Available Brands

None recorded.

Compound Preparations

No Compound Preparation information is available for Taraxacum officinale.

Substitutes

No information regarding Taraxacum officinale's substitute is currently available.

Active Constituents

No information regarding Taraxacum officinale's active constituent is currently available.

Antidotes

No information regarding Taraxacum officinale's antidote is currently available.

Toxicity

Taraxacum officinale

Dandelion may increase the acidity of the stomach, this effect may worsen ulcers or heartburn.