Dandelion Leaf

 
Planet: Jupiter
Element: Air
Gender: Masculine
 
 
Magical uses: Burn during wishing Spells, divination and for summoning spirits.
 
Dandelion, also known as Taraxacum, is a member of the Asteraceae family. There are 2 common varieties of dandelion, T. Officinale and T. Erythrospermum which are native to Eurasia and North America.
 
 
Dandelion is an old healing herb and has been used for centuries for health purposes. It’s most commonly used as a diuretic (hence the “pissabeds” nickname I assume) and as a cleansing tonic for liver and kidney complaints. 
It’s a powerful diuretic
Contains antioxidants
May help to reduce cholesterol
Helps detoxify kidneys and liver
May help to regulate blood sugar levels
Can help kidney stones
Can help with skin problems such as acne and eczema
Helps to reduce bloating
Helps to reduce inflammation
Helps indigestion and stomach issues
 
 
Disclaimer: Any medicinal benefits given here are a product of my own research and as such should not be taken over the advice of trained medical professionals. If you are ill, please go and see a doctor. Always make sure that anything you consume is 100% safe. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor or midwife before consuming something you haven’t tried before.
PLEASE CONSULT YOUR DR BEFORE USING ESPECIALLY IF PREGNANT OR NURSING.