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'''Dandelions''', although now currently thought of as a weed to be fed to |
'''Dandelions''', although now currently thought of as a weed to be fed to [[cow]]s, [[rabbit]]s or guinea pigs, can actually be used in salads (both the [[flower]] and leaves). |
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Aside from [[cooking|culinary uses]], apparently dandelion makes a nifty [[purple]] [[dye]]. But it mustn't be very colourfast, as it's not particularly talked about by people who do [[period]] [[dyeing]]. |
Aside from [[cooking|culinary uses]], apparently dandelion makes a nifty [[purple]] [[dye]]. But it mustn't be very colourfast, as it's not particularly talked about by people who do [[period]] [[dyeing]]. |
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Note: [[Australia]]ns should be aware that most of the "dandelion" plants we generally find in our lawns are actually wild lettuce, and should be careful about obtaining "real" dandelions if trying to use them in some sort of recipe. |
Note: [[Australia]]ns should be aware that most of the "dandelion" plants we generally find in our lawns are actually wild lettuce, and should be careful about obtaining "real" dandelions if trying to use them in some sort of recipe. |
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Note from an [[England|English]] perspective: dandelion (from the French ''dent de lion'' -- ''lion's tooth'', referring to the ragged, chewed-looking, edge to the leaves) is well-known as a diuretic. Eating it may, therefore, have unforeseen consequences (or foreseen ones, if you're a |
Note from an [[England|English]] perspective: dandelion (from the French ''dent de lion'' -- ''lion's tooth'', referring to the ragged, chewed-looking, edge to the leaves) is well-known as a diuretic. Eating it may, therefore, have unforeseen consequences (or foreseen ones, if you're a cruel practical joker). |
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Revision as of 14:50, 18 February 2005
Dandelions, although now currently thought of as a weed to be fed to cows, rabbits or guinea pigs, can actually be used in salads (both the flower and leaves).
Aside from culinary uses, apparently dandelion makes a nifty purple dye. But it mustn't be very colourfast, as it's not particularly talked about by people who do period dyeing.
Note: Australians should be aware that most of the "dandelion" plants we generally find in our lawns are actually wild lettuce, and should be careful about obtaining "real" dandelions if trying to use them in some sort of recipe.
Note from an English perspective: dandelion (from the French dent de lion -- lion's tooth, referring to the ragged, chewed-looking, edge to the leaves) is well-known as a diuretic. Eating it may, therefore, have unforeseen consequences (or foreseen ones, if you're a cruel practical joker).
See also:
- other herbs
