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Dandelion

Taraxacum officinalis

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Field Notes

Description:

This is a picture of a dandelion that was in my back yard. Dandelions are used in tonics because they are thought to cleanse the toxins out of you. Despite being a flower, most consider dandelions a weed.

Habitat:

Native to Asia but found on all continents. Seeds are spread by puff balls (which we all remember from childhood!)

Notes:

From Melissa Fletcher
Online BIO-102-D01

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Common Name: Dandelion | Scientific Name: Taraxacum Officinalis

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PublishedFebruary 28, 2014

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