Dandelion Leaf (Taraxacum officinale)
Organic
Energy: Masculine
Planet: Jupiter
Element: Air
Magical & Spiritual Uses
Dandelion leaf is traditionally worked with for divination, wish work, spirit calling, and prophetic insight. Across folk traditions, the plant has been associated with communication between realms, breath, and intention carried on the wind. Its airy nature makes it a favored ally in practices involving messages, prayer, ancestor work, and wish-making. In spiritual work, dandelion is often used to amplify clarity, assist in calling helpful spirits, and support acts of intention-setting meant to be released and carried forward.
 
Indigenous & Diasporic Context 
In Indigenous North American traditions, dandelion was widely recognized as a valued food and tonic rather than a weed. Several Nations made use of the leaf, flower, and root in everyday and ceremonial contexts. The Algonquian peoples consumed the leaves as an alterative and used them externally as poultices. The Bella Coola (Nuxalk) prepared decoctions of the root, while the Aleut steamed the leaves for topical use. The Cherokee and Iroquois used preparations of the whole plant as a calming tonic and restorative aid.
In Black and Afro-diasporic folk practices, particularly in the American South and Caribbean-influenced herbal traditions, dandelion entered foodways and cleansing traditions through a blend of Indigenous knowledge, African plant wisdom, and European influence. Known in Spanish-speaking diasporic communities as diente de león, dandelion has been associated with cleansing, renewal, and spiritual clearing, often appearing in springtime preparations meant to refresh both body and spirit. These uses are shared as historical and cultural context only.
 
Traditional & Folk Herbal Context
Dandelion leaf has been used worldwide for thousands of years as an edible green and restorative tonic. The earliest written record appears in the Tang Materia Medica (659 BCE), and it was later documented in Arabic medical texts in the 10th century. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, dandelion (Pu Gong Ying) is considered cooling and drying and is associated with clearing excess heat and supporting balance. Dandelion leaf is distinct from the root in both energetic quality and traditional application, with the leaf being lighter, more bitter, and closely associated with movement and release. These references are provided for educational context only.
Organic herb. Sold unprepared. Curio only.
As with all herbs, there may be slight variations in color, texture, cut, aroma, or appearance due to natural growing conditions, seasonal differences, and processing methods.
 
Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, or taking medications.