“The dandelion plant, for example, is completely edible. The leaves are excellent in salads, rich in vitamins A, B, C, D, potassium and iron. The flowers make a decent wine, and the roots are a coffee substitute.” I was completely fascinated. Dandelions had always just seemed like pretty weeds to me. “But in addition to its edible properties, this humble plant is one of nature’s great medicines. A decoction of the whole plant is an excellent cure for stomachaches and constipation.”
