Dandelion
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all parts of plant are edible raw.
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young leaves or those growing where there is less/no sunlight are the least bitter.
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older leaves are best when boiled in 2 changes of water and/or with midveins removed.
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roots are best when collected in spring/autumn, peeled, sliced and cooked in 2 changes of water with pinch of baking soda.
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roots can be roasted as coffee substitute.
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unopened flower buds can be eaten raw or used in cooking.
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seeds with the parachute removed can be eaten or ground into flower.
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a serving of dandelion greens contains the same amount of calcium as half a cup of milk.
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is a good source of potassium, vitamin A, and vitamin C.
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grows in a wide range of terrain, look for dandelion in disturbed/cultivated soil areas.