#dandelion root

He asked me if I'd like some tea, and came back with herbal tea saying;

"dandelion root tea, because you're in the luteal phase"

It was funny, it was cute.

He listens, he cares, I appreciate it.

Hello darlings 🥰

I just finished making a witchy Summer tea blend from local forgeables that I think you might enjoy ☀️

I started off by harvesting and preparing dandelion root and wild strawberry leaves and flowers to create a delightful tea blend infused with saffron, chamomile, lavender, and hibiscus I had dried before. Let's get started ✨

Step 1: Harvesting 🌱

☀️Choose a sunny day to venture out and harvest the ingredients directly from nature. 

🌿Dandelion Root: Dig around the base of the dandelion plant, gently loosening the soil with a garden fork or trowel. Carefully lift the root out of the ground, ensuring you have the entire root intact. 

💮 Wild Strawberry Leaves and Flowers: Look for wild strawberry plants and carefully pluck the leaves and flowers, choosing vibrant and healthy ones.

Here are my harvested dandelion roots and strawberry leaves and flowers. After thoroughly cleaning the dandelions, I saved the super nutritious leaves and stems for an allium and spice base of a future meal.

Step 2: Cleaning and Drying 🫧

🚿 Rinse the dandelion root, wild strawberry leaves, and flowers under cool running water to remove any dirt or debris. 

🍠 Separate into 2 trays; one with the strawberry flowers, leaves, and fine dandelion roots, and one with the sliced thicker dandelion roots 

🧽 Pat them dry using a clean towel or let them air dry for a few hours to remove excess moisture.

☀️ Place the ingredients on a tray or in a basket and leave them in a warm, well-ventilated area to dry completely. This process can take up to a week or two, depending on the humidity.

🔥Alternatively, dry them in a food dehydrator or in an open oven on a low heat.

Step 3: Creating Your Magical Tea Blend 🍵

🍵 Once the ingredients are fully dried, gather them along with any other herbs you would like to add. I added saffron, chamomile, lavender, and hibiscus to mine as it’s main function is to aid in female reproductive health.

🫙Mix the dried ingredients together, considering the desired ratios for each ingredient based on personal preference. Store your tea blend in a labeled airtight container, protecting it from moisture and light.

Magickal and Medicinal Properties ✨

🌺 Saffron: Enhances intuition, promotes spiritual growth, and adds a touch of luxurious flavor. Also helps regulate menstrual cycles, alleviate menstrual pain, and promote hormonal balance. I harvested mine in early Spring and added just 4 strings.

🌼 Chamomile: For peace. Also eases menstrual cramps and reduces PMS symptoms..

💜 Lavender: For relaxation, balance, and harmony. It also encourages emotional balance, supporting overall well-being.

🌺 Hibiscus: For love and divination. Also rich in antioxidants and can help support a healthy cardiovascular system, which is essential for optimal reproductive function.

🌱 Dandelion Root: To promote inner strength and resilience. Also supports hormone balance and aids in menstrual discomfort relief.  

💮 Wild Strawberry Leaves & Flowers: For joy and vitality, abundance and love. Also traditionally used to support healthy menstruation and alleviate PMS symptoms.

Embrace the magic of nature's bounty as you create this enchanting tea blend, honoring the healing and nourishing properties of each ingredient.

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With love, from a Sappy Witch 🔮💕

I made dandelion root tea (I know people call it coffee, but as someone who is disgustingly addicted to coffee, no.) Here’s what I did:

- Found absolutely massive bunch of dandelions, pulled them up carefully so as to keep the roots attached

- Thoroughly washed roots, chopped them up all small and cute

- Left chopped roots to dry in a greenhouse for a couple of days

- Roasted dried roots in the oven on a low heat (170°C) for about 15 minutes

- Brewed in hot water on stove for about 10 minutes, before straining into a cup and drinking as I ran to an appointment I was late for