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Dandelion

₡1,900.00

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Scientific name: Taraxacum officinale

Family: Asteraceae

Origin: Eurasia

Medicinal use: Natural colors of yellow and green tones are extracted from dandelion flowers. It is also used as a traditional medicine (MTP) for mild digestive disorders (such as a feeling of abdominal fullness, flatulence and slow digestion) and to increase the amount of urine and cleanse the urinary tract and kidneys. Due to its bitter taste, it also has an aperitif effect and can be used to whet the appetite.

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