While a front yard filled with dandelions usually signals a despairing neglect of one's yard duties, this ancient flower traditionally symbolized good luck, prosperity and hope.
Dandelions, named after the French phrase "dent-de-lion", which means "lion's tooth" due to their jagged shaped leaves, have long been prized as an herbal remedy around the globe. With this great history, it is only fitting that dandelion leaves promote weight loss, treat infections, detox the liver, aid in digestion, and help reduce inflammation in the body.
In addition to their symbolic nature and restorative functions, dandelions have also long found virtue in global culinary traditions where they have been used to make everything from salads to wine and tea. And why not? They grow practically everywhere and are filled with nutrients.