Dandelion Aka Dandelions Are Herbs Not Weeds

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Shell Jeffries
· August 5 at 9:42 AM ·

Here are some interesting facts about the dandelion flower:

The dandelion is the only flower that represents the 3 celestial bodies of the sun, moon, and stars. .

The yellow flower resembles the sun,
the puff ball resembles the moon and the dispersing seeds resemble the stars.

The dandelion flower opens to greet the morning and closes in the evening to go to sleep.

Every part of the dandelion is useful: root, leaves, flower.

It can be used for food, medicine, and dye for coloring.

Up until the 1800s people would pull grass out of their lawns to make room for dandelions
and other useful “weeds” like chickweed, malva, and chamomile.

The name dandelion is taken from the French word “dent de lion” meaning lion’s tooth,
referring to the coarsely-toothed leaves.

Dandelions have one of the longest flowering seasons of any plant.

Dandelion seeds are often transported away by a gust of wind and they travel like tiny parachutes.

Seeds are often carried as many as 5 miles from their origin!

Animals such as birds, insects, and butterflies consume nectar or seed of dandelion. .

Dandelion flowers do not need to be pollinated to form seeds.

Dandelion can be used in the production of wine and root beer.

Root of dandelion can be used as a substitute for coffee.

Dandelions have sunk their roots deep into history.

They were well known to ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans,
and have been used in Chinese traditional medicine for over a thousand years.

Dandelion is used in folk medicine to treat infections and liver disorders.

Tea made of dandelion act as diuretic.

If you mow dandelions, they’ll grow shorter stalks to spite you.

Dandelions are, quite possibly, the most successful plants that exist, masters of survival worldwide.

A not so fun fact: Every year countries spend millions on lawn pesticides
to have uniform lawns of non-native grasses,
and we use 30% of the country’s water supply to keep them green.

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Check out this site
for great recipes
Amazing Dandelion Recipes To Make From Your Pulled Weeds (homesteading.com)
https://homesteading.com/dandelion-recipes/

16 Dandelion Recipes

To Make From Those Persnickety Pulled Weeds

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Are you curious about dandelions? If you are in search of dandelion recipes, you’ve come to the right place.
I’m sure you’ll enjoy this roundup!

Dandelion Recipes

Have you ever eaten dandelions? As a homesteader and gardener, I’m sure you may be a bit skeptical since you may think that this is just a pesky weed. But let me change your mind about it. Dandelions have a lot of health benefits and can even be a healthy snack. Still not convinced? Why not try your cooking skills on one of these dandelion recipes. You may start to be thankful that it started growing in your garden.

16 Amazing Dandelion Recipes To Make From Your Pulled Weeds

1. Dandelion Tea

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Also known as Dandelion Coffee, this is a very soothing and healthy drink that serves many purposes. Check out the best way to make it here.

2. Dandelion Flower Fritters

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An easy recipe that will have you started on snacking on dandelions in no time. See it here.


3. Dandelion Green Pesto, Fresh Fig and Gorgonzola Pizza with Prosciutto

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Need a reason to get excited about pizza (as if you need to)? Then try this delicious pizza recipe.

4. Creamy Wild Garlic Soup with Dandelion Leaves

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A simple vegan soup recipe you’ll love to make. It’s creamy and just oh so delicious.

5. Stir Fried Dandelions and Potatoes with Cheese

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Want a quick and tasty Italian classic? This side dish will be perfect for dinner! Recipe here.



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6. Dandelion Greens and Blood Orange Salad

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Want a combination of foods that just work so well together? Then this is the salad recipe you have to try.

7. Banana Dandelion Pancakes

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A dreamy breakfast filled with flowers! This is what you’ll get when you make this pancake recipe.

8. Dandelion Chips

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In case fritters aren’t your thing, make it simple by turning them into chips. See how you can make it here.

9. Dandelion and Feta Tart

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A simple tart recipe you have to try.

10. Dandelion Bread

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This is not your ordinary bread. It’s made more special with dandelion! Check it out here.

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https://homesteading.com/dandelion-recipes/