Hooly mooo! Thank you everyone, I am humbled to place so highly amongst such a marvelously gifted group - I got lucky :) Extreme thank you to Han (biteme), I never would have taken this photo had it not been for you.
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--- The Dandelion ---
Latin name: Taraxacum officinale
Other names: Blowball, Cankerwort, Lion's Tooth, Priest's Crown, Swine's Snout, Wild Endive
A Remedy For
* Appetite loss
* Indigestion
* Kidney and bladder stones
* Liver and gallbladder problems
* Urinary tract infections
In folk medicine, Dandelion is also used as a remedy for hemorrhoids, gout, rheumatism, eczema, other skin conditions, and diabetes. Its effectiveness for these problems has not, however, been verified.
In Asian medicine--again without verification--Dandelion is used to treat chronic ulcers, stiff joints, and tuberculosis. It is also used to induce milk production in nursing mothers and to soothe inflamed breast tissue.
What It Is; Why It Works
The stubborn and ubiquitous Dandelion has been used for medicinal purposes since the 10th century. It shows proven value as a diuretic, flushing excess water from the body. It also promotes the flow of bile and stimulates the appetite. Dandelion juice once enjoyed considerable popularity as a diuretic, laxative, and remedy for rheumatism.
Dandelion takes its name from the French "dent de lion," or "lion's tooth"--a reference to the toothed edges of its leaves. The entire plant is considered medicinal.
Avoid If...
Do not use Dandelion if you have an obstruction of the bowels or the bile duct. Check with your doctor before using Dandelion if you have any type of gallbladder problem.
Special Cautions
Chances of any sort of allergic reaction are remote, but Dandelion has been known to cause heartburn.
Possible Drug Interactions
No drug interactions have been reported.
Special Information If You Are Pregnant or Breastfeeding
No information is available.
How to Prepare
To make a tea, pour 1 cup of rapidly boiling water over 1 tablespoonful of finely cut Dandelion, steep for 15 minutes, and strain.
Typical Dosage
Tincture: 10 to 15 drops 3 times daily
Tea: 1 freshly made cup 2 times daily, morning and evening
Strengths of commercial preparations may vary. Follow the manufacturer's labeling whenever available.
Store away from light and moisture.
Overdosage
No information is available.
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I didn't have time to vote this week, but had I had time, this would most certainly been one of my top shots. Maybe one of the best I've seen here yet. Excellent work and congrats on the ribbon! It's much deserved.
Who would have thunk it. Of all your beautiful shots, the dandelion takes the ribbon. Great image - you have elevated the mere dandelion to art. Congrats and well deserved. :)
Congratulations on your first ribbon!!!! YAY!! LOL at the extensive dandelion info. There's also another name for it in these parts...."Piss-a-Bed". It somes from the French word for dandelion which is "pisenlit" (literally translated, pissing in bed).
LOL on your write up - good job on the pic! So this is technically two...scratch that...three (forgot about Sherwins) flowers on the main page! Proves flowers dont have to be boring! Guess you won the head to head competition with all of The Netherlands also!
I didn't vote in this challenge, but that's a cool looking shot, even on this badly calibrated school monitor. Congratulations on for Ribboning with it.
This would have been even stronger in a longer format (take the photo from a little farther back and then crop), but the lighting effect is very very good.
this is quite a unique "flower" shot. i'm assuming the dandelion is back lit. i like the effect it creates and the focus seems good, too. crop might be a bit too tight. 7.
This is just toooooo awesome. There isn't anything to critique, really. I love the lighting, of course. And I like how the top part of the stem is illuminated. I hope a ribbon is coming your way! 10
A very creative idea. Composition and other technical aspects seem spot on to me. One of only a handful of 10s I've given for this challenge. A job well done :)
Dance of the Dandelion
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