Parts Used: leaves and root

Active Compounds: The principal constituents responsible for dandelion's effect on the digestive system and liver are the bitter principles- referred to as taraxacin.
Dandelion is also a rich source of vitamins and minerals. The leaves have a very high content of vitamin A as well as moderate amounts of vitamin D, vitamin C, various B vitamins, iron, silicon, magnesium, zinc, and manganese. 
The leaves are a rich source of potassium, which is interesting since the leaves are used for their diuretic action.

Believed to be of value for:
Hepatic, aperient, diuretic, depurative, tonic, stomachic
Leaves: Constipation, Indigestion and heartburn, Pregnancy support, Water retention
Root: Alcoholism, Constipation, Indigestion and heartburn, Liver support, Pregnancy support

Other Names:  Blowball, cankerwort, lion's tooth, priest's crown, puffball, swine snout, white endive, wild endive, dandelion, Pu gong ying