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Taraxacum kok-saghyz, often abbreviated as TKS and commonly referred to as the Kazakh dandelion, rubber root, or Russian dandelion, [1] [2] is a species of dandelion native to Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan, notable for its production of high-quality rubber. [3]
Taraxacum officinale, the dandelion or common dandelion, [6] is a herbaceous perennial flowering plant in the daisy family, Asteraceae. The common dandelion is well known for its yellow flower heads that turn into round balls of many silver-tufted fruits that disperse in the wind .
Since the bulk is synthetic, which is derived from petroleum, the price of natural rubber is determined, to a large extent, by the prevailing global price of crude oil. [ 38 ] [ 39 ] Asia was the main source of natural rubber, accounting for about 90% of output in 2021. [ 40 ]
Dandelion greens. Dates. Eggplant. Figs. Grapefruit. Grapes. Kale. Lemons. Melons. Mushrooms. Mustard greens. Nectarines. ... High-quality olive oil from the Mediterranean is an important part of ...
Dandelion greens, escarole, collards and chicory are also excellent leafy picks that deliver fiber and a variety of essential vitamins, minerals and anti-inflammatory antioxidants, London adds ...
Plate of sauteed dandelion greens, with Wehani rice. Raw dandelion greens contain high amounts of vitamins A, C, and K, and are moderate sources of calcium, potassium, iron, and manganese. [51] Raw dandelion greens are 86% water, 9% carbohydrates, 3% protein, and 1% fat. [51] A 100 gram (3 + 1 ⁄ 2 oz) reference amount supplies 45 Calories. [51]
Safflower is a fast growing, erect, winter/spring-growing annual herb, that resembles a thistle. [2] Originating from a leaf rosette emerges a branched central stem (also referred to as terminal stem), when day length and temperature increase.
Urushiol / ʊ ˈ r uː ʃ i. ɒ l / is an oily mixture of organic compounds with allergenic properties found in plants of the family Anacardiaceae, especially Toxicodendron spp. (e.g., poison oak, Chinese lacquer tree, poison ivy, poison sumac), Comocladia spp. (maidenplums), Metopium spp.