Blood cleanser, diuretic, may lower blood pressure, cholagogue.
All parts of the dandelion have medicinal value. Young dandelion leaves should be gathered in the spring. Blossoms, throughout the flowering season. The deep, fleshy taproot in the fall.
Dandelion
Antispasmodic, anticoagulant.
Anti-inflammatory.
Laxative or purgative.
Diuretic and anti-inflammatory.
Anti-inflammatory.
Anti-bacterial, astringent.
Astringent, sedative, hypotonic.
Antiviral, antibacterial, expectorant.
Diuretic and diaphoretic.
Antispasmodic, antimicrobial and antiviral properties.