HAAND (Dandelion Greens)
Dandelion (Haand in Kashmiri) (Tarazacum officinale Linn.) is a low-growing herb with a rosette of jaggedly toothed leaves and a thick tap root that grows wild. The only yellow flower, with its strap-shaped petals, grows directly from the centre. The fruit is round shaped cluster of many small, tufted, one-seeded fruits.
This herb is effective for the promotion of urination; treatment of obstructions and diseases of the liver, spleen and gallbladder, and cleansing and healing of abscesses and ulcers of the urinary passage. This herb is an appetite stimulant and also treats diabetes, fractures, liver disorders and many more. It is also used for the treatment of snakebites and for wounds, boils, sprains and swelling. Dandelion is a good source of minerals, nutrients and vitamins particularly vitamins A and K.
In Kashmir Haand is used as a tonic as well as for treatment of fractures. The preparation of Haand with fewer spices and mustard oil is given to “Looseh”, a woman after delivery.
Dandelion grows wild in meadows, lush green fields and flower beds. Eight types are Dandelion Greens are found in Kashmir which include Wan Haand, Wari Haand, Meuudan Haand, Posh Haand, Haakh Haand, Saaz Haand, Keriri Haand and Dembeh Haand.
© Chander M Bhat
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