{"product_id":"dried-dandelion-root","title":"Dandelion Root","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eTaraxacum officinale\u003c\/em\u003e · Chopped Dried Root · Botanical Pantry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn earthy, traditional botanical with a gently bitter character, Dandelion Root has long held a place in European herbal kitchens and botanical traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDandelion (\u003cem\u003eTaraxacum officinale\u003c\/em\u003e) is a familiar flowering plant recognised for its golden-yellow flowers, deeply toothed leaves and distinctive white seed heads. Beneath the soil, it develops a substantial taproot that has been gathered and prepared in herbal traditions for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur dried Dandelion Root is supplied in chopped pieces, preserving its characteristic earthy aroma and pleasantly bitter taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally prepared through gentle simmering, Dandelion Root is a distinctive addition to botanical decoctions and warming pantry recipes. When separately roasted, the root can also develop a deeper, toasted flavour associated with coffee-style botanical beverages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Flowers from my Meadow, we keep it pure and uncomplicated: chopped dried Dandelion Root, carefully packed for your home botanical pantry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Prepare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor a traditional root decoction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add approximately 1 teaspoon of dried Dandelion Root to 250ml water. Bring to a gentle simmer for 10–15 minutes, then strain before serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe resulting infusion has a naturally earthy, mildly bitter character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid concentrated use during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless advised by a qualified healthcare professional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsult a healthcare professional before use if you have gallstones, bile duct problems, a known allergy to related daisy-family plants or take prescription medication, particularly diuretics, blood thinners or diabetes medication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscontinue use if sensitivity occurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize \u0026amp; Packaging\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e20g chopped dried Dandelion Root in a resealable kraft pouch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #dbcad0; margin: 2rem 0 1.4rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrom The Meadow Kitchen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy a warming botanical brew with our chopped \u003cem\u003eTaraxacum officinale\u003c\/em\u003e Dandelion Root and a small cinnamon stick. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/dandelion-root-cinnamon-brew\"\u003eExplore Dandelion Root \u0026amp; Cinnamon Brew →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Flowers from my Meadow","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51267828089154,"sku":null,"price":74.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/3537\/6706\/files\/ffmm-dandelion-root-20g-kraft-pouch-hero-1080x1080.png?v=1792528611","url":"https:\/\/flowersfrommymeadow.co.za\/products\/dried-dandelion-root","provider":"Flowers from my Meadow ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}