The Dandelion has long been used in herbal medicine to aid in digestion and help stimulate appetite. The entire dandelion plant from root to blossom is edible with a slightly bitter, chicory-like taste.
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The Dandelion has long been used in herbal medicine to aid in digestion and help stimulate appetite. The entire dandelion plant from root to blossom is edible with a slightly bitter, chicory-like taste.
Dandelion root is traditionally harvested in the fall when concentrations of inulin are at their highest. Because the root absorbs chemicals in soil, avoiding harvesting roots alongside roads, driveways, septic tanks, pools, air conditioning units, or barbecue grills.
If you don't plan to use the harvested roots immediately, you can dry them in a dehydrator and store them in a glass jar for up to a year. If dried correctly, the outer flesh should have a dark color while the inner flesh should remain a creamy white.