Dandelion, or Taraxacum spp., though Taraxacum officinale is the most common species. This plant from root to flower, is a highly nutritious plant, loaded with vitamins, minerals and fiber. Dandelion greens provide a substantial amount of several minerals, including iron, calcium, magnesium and potassium (1).The root of the dandelion is rich in the carbohydrate inulin, which is a type of soluble fiber found in plants that supports the growth and maintenance of a healthy bacterial flora in your intestinal tract