Dandelion Leaf Tea (Pu Gong Ying Cha) — 50 g

Leafy botanical character. Delicate green infusion. A lighter expression of dandelion for everyday herbal rituals.

Discover Dandelion Leaf Tea (Pu Gong Ying Cha / 蒲公英茶), dried dandelion leaves presented in a loose botanical format for simple preparation and botanical pairings.

The curled green leaves offer a distinctly leafy, vegetal and gently bitter character, producing a clear pale yellow-green to light golden-green infusion when prepared according to the product directions.

Each container includes 50 g / 1.76 oz of dried Dandelion Leaf.

Unlike Dandelion Root, which offers a deeper, earthier and more root-forward experience, this leaf-based product represents the lighter, greener side of dandelion.

Why You’ll Appreciate It

• Real dried Dandelion Leaf — loose visible leaves rather than powder or a premixed blend

• Lighter dandelion character — leafy, vegetal, herbal and gently bitter

• Delicate green infusion — pale yellow-green to light golden-green

• Distinct from Dandelion Root — greener, lighter and more leaf-forward

• Botanical pairing versatility — explore with Mint, Chrysanthemum, Lemon, Green Tea or Monk Fruit

• Practical 50 g size — dried leaves are lightweight, making this suitable for repeated preparations

Product at a Glance

• Product: Dandelion Leaf Tea

• Chinese name: 蒲公英茶

• Pinyin: Pu Gong Ying Cha

• Primary ingredient: Dried Dandelion Leaf

• Also known as: Dandelion Leaf · Dried Dandelion Leaves · Dandelion Herbal Tea

• Format: Loose dried leaves

• Net weight: 50 g / 1.76 oz

• Appearance: Curled green-to-dark-green dried leaves

• Flavour: Leafy · Vegetal · Herbal · Gently bitter · Clean

• Infusion: Pale yellow-green to light golden-green

• Category: Botanical leaves / herbal infusion

• Best for: Dandelion Leaf infusions · Botanical pairings

• Preparation: Follow product-specific serving and preparation directions

• Tea leaves: Contains no Camellia sinensis tea leaves

• Important: This product is Dandelion Leaf, not Dandelion Root

Dandelion is commonly associated with Taraxacum officinale, but exact species identification for this commercial product should follow supplier documentation and final product labelling.

Natural dried leaves may vary slightly in size, shape and green-to-olive colour.

What Is Dandelion Leaf Tea?

Dandelion Leaf Tea is a botanical preparation made from dried leaves of the dandelion plant.

The product is labelled:

Pu Gong Ying Cha / 蒲公英茶

The name can be understood as:

Pu Gong Ying / 蒲公英 = Dandelion

Cha / 茶 = Tea

So:

Pu Gong Ying Cha / 蒲公英茶 = Dandelion Tea

For this specific product, the ingredient is:

Dried Dandelion Leaf

—not Dandelion Root.

Although “tea” is part of the familiar product name, Dandelion Leaf does not come from Camellia sinensis. It is therefore more accurately classified as an herbal or botanical infusion.

Taste & Character

Dandelion Leaf offers a distinctly green botanical profile:

Leafy · Vegetal · Herbal · Gently Bitter · Clean

It is not primarily sweet, fruity, floral or spicy.

Its defining experience is the combination of:

Green Leaf Character + Gentle Botanical Bitterness + Clean Finish

Natural bitterness is part of the normal sensory profile of dandelion leaves, but here it is better described as gentle and green rather than intensely bitter.

The final cup can vary according to the amount of leaf, water volume, temperature and preparation time.

What Does the Infusion Look Like?

Depending on preparation, Dandelion Leaf may produce an infusion ranging from:

Pale Yellow → Yellow-Green → Light Golden-Green

The exact shade depends on leaf quantity, water volume, water temperature, preparation time and natural variation in the leaves.

The infusion does not need to become dark green to provide its recognizable leafy botanical character.

How to Prepare

Follow the product-specific directions for the most reliable preparation.

1 · Check

Use the serving amount recommended on the product label.

2 · Measure

Place the directed amount into clean teaware or another suitable vessel.

3 · Add Water

Use fresh drinking water at the temperature specified for the product.

4 · Steep

Prepare for the recommended amount of time.

5 · Pour

Strain into a clean cup if appropriate.

6 · Enjoy

Enjoy its leafy, vegetal and gently bitter botanical character.

Increasing the amount or extending the steeping time may increase bitterness, so follow the product directions rather than assuming that a stronger preparation is better.

Is Dandelion Leaf Tea Real Tea?

Not in the strict botanical sense.

Conventional:

Green Tea · White Tea · Oolong · Black Tea · Pu-erh

comes from Camellia sinensis.

Dandelion Leaf comes from the dandelion plant.

A preparation made from Dandelion Leaf and water is therefore more accurately classified as:

Herbal Infusion

or:

Botanical Infusion

However, Dandelion Leaf Tea remains a familiar and useful consumer name.

Dandelion Leaf vs. Dandelion Root

This is the most important distinction when choosing between the two products.

	Dandelion Leaf	Dandelion Root
Plant Part	Leaf	Root
Format	Curled dried leaves	Cut dried root pieces
Appearance	Green	Brown & tan
Flavour	Leafy & vegetal	Earthy & root-like
Bitterness	Gentle green bitterness	Deeper earthy bitterness
Infusion	Pale yellow-green	Golden to amber
Category	Botanical Leaves	Botanical Roots
Same Product?	No	No

A simple buying rule:

Leaf = Lighter & Greener

Root = Deeper & Earthier

Choose Dandelion Leaf if you prefer a greener, more vegetal and gently bitter botanical experience.

Choose Dandelion Root if you prefer a deeper, earthier and more root-forward character.

Dandelion Leaf vs. Green Tea

Both can create green-toned cups, but they are completely different ingredients.

	Dandelion Leaf	Green Tea
Plant Source	Dandelion leaf	Camellia sinensis
Category	Herbal / botanical infusion	Conventional tea
Character	Leafy · Herbal · Gently bitter	Varies by tea style
Infusion	Pale yellow-green	Style-dependent
Same Ingredient?	No	No

Dandelion Leaf should therefore not be classified as Classic Tea simply because the ingredient is green and prepared in water.

Dandelion Leaf vs. Mint

Both belong naturally in a botanical-leaf collection, but their sensory profiles are different.

Dandelion Leaf
Vegetal · Herbal · Gently bitter · Green

Mint
Fresh · Cooling · Aromatic · Clean

Choose Dandelion Leaf for a greener botanical bitterness.

Choose Mint for a fresher, cooler aromatic character.

Best Tea & Botanical Pairings

Dandelion Leaf + Mint

Green botanical character + fresh cooling finish

Mint adds a brighter aromatic direction.

Dandelion Leaf + Chrysanthemum

Leafy bitterness + floral aroma

Chrysanthemum provides a softer floral contrast.

Dandelion Leaf + Lemon

Green leaf character + bright citrus

Lemon adds a lively citrus direction alongside the vegetal leaf profile.

Dandelion Leaf + Green Tea

Botanical leaf + conventional tea

The two share a green flavour direction but remain botanically different ingredients.

Dandelion Leaf + Monk Fruit

Gentle bitterness + pronounced natural sweetness

Monk Fruit provides a sweeter contrast alongside the leaf's botanical bitterness.

Follow preparation guidance appropriate to every ingredient being combined.

Three Styles of Botanical Bitterness

Not every bitter ingredient provides the same sensory experience.

Dandelion Leaf
Leafy · Green · Herbal · Gently bitter

Bitter Melon
Vegetal · Clean · Pronounced bitter

Dandelion Root
Earthy · Root-like · Deeper bitter

This positions Dandelion Leaf as the lighter, greener option for someone interested in botanical bitterness without choosing the deeper root character of Dandelion Root or the more pronounced bitterness of Bitter Melon.

A Green Addition to the Botanical Pantry

Dandelion Leaf fits naturally alongside:

Mint · Lotus Leaf · Chrysanthemum · Lemon · Green Tea · Monk Fruit · Other Botanical Leaves

Within a flavour-driven pantry:

Mint → Fresh · Cooling
Dandelion Leaf → Leafy · Vegetal · Gently bitter
Bitter Melon → Pronounced bitter · Green
Dandelion Root → Earthy · Deeper bitter

This gives Dandelion Leaf a clear role as the lighter, greener dandelion choice for herbal and botanical infusion lovers.

Storage & Care

Keep the container securely closed in a cool, dry place away from moisture, excessive humidity, direct sunlight, heat and strong odours.

Use clean, dry utensils when handling the leaves and reseal the container promptly after use.

Refer to the product packaging for best-before information and any additional storage or preparation directions.

Product Guidance

Dandelion Leaf Tea is a botanical infusion ingredient rather than conventional tea from Camellia sinensis.

Always:

• Follow the serving amount provided on the product label

• Follow product-specific water temperature and preparation time

• Follow warnings and usage information printed on the packaging

• Avoid treating Dandelion Leaf and Dandelion Root as interchangeable

• Follow appropriate preparation guidance when combining it with other teas or botanicals

If you take medication, have a medical condition, have allergies or dietary concerns, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are unsure whether Dandelion Leaf is appropriate for you, consult a qualified healthcare professional before use.

This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dandelion Leaf Tea?

Dandelion Leaf Tea is an herbal or botanical infusion ingredient made from dried dandelion leaves.

What is the Chinese name?

The product is labelled Pu Gong Ying Cha / 蒲公英茶.

How much is included?

Each container contains 50 g / 1.76 oz of dried Dandelion Leaf.

Is this Dandelion Leaf or Dandelion Root?

This product is Dried Dandelion Leaf.

Dandelion Root is a separate product with a deeper earthy flavour and brown cut-root appearance.

What does Dandelion Leaf Tea taste like?

It generally has a leafy, vegetal, herbal, gently bitter and clean character.

Is Dandelion Leaf bitter?

Yes, gently.

Its bitterness is better described as green and botanical rather than deep or highly intense.

What colour is the infusion?

Depending on preparation, it may range from pale yellow-green to light golden-green.

Is Dandelion Leaf Tea real tea?

Not in the strict botanical sense.

Dandelion Leaf does not come from Camellia sinensis. It is more accurately classified as an herbal or botanical infusion.

Can Dandelion Leaf be brewed like Green Tea?

Do not automatically use Green Tea brewing parameters.

Follow the product-specific serving amount, water temperature and preparation time.

Can I steep Dandelion Leaf longer for a stronger cup?

A longer steep may increase bitterness.

Follow the preparation duration supplied with the product rather than automatically extending it.

Is Dandelion Leaf Tea the same as Dandelion Root Tea?

No.

They use different parts of the plant and provide different appearances and flavour profiles.

Which should I choose: Dandelion Leaf or Dandelion Root?

Choose Dandelion Leaf if you prefer:

Lighter · Greener · Leafier · Gently Bitter

Choose Dandelion Root if you prefer:

Deeper · Earthier · Root-Like · Amber-Toned

Is Dandelion Leaf the same as Green Tea?

No.

Green Tea comes from Camellia sinensis, while Dandelion Leaf comes from the dandelion plant.

Can Dandelion Leaf be paired with Mint?

Yes. Mint provides a fresher and more cooling direction alongside Dandelion Leaf's green botanical character.

Can Dandelion Leaf be paired with Chrysanthemum or Lemon?

Yes, in appropriate preparations.

Chrysanthemum provides floral aroma, while Lemon adds bright citrus contrast.

Can Dandelion Leaf be paired with Green Tea?

Yes, in an appropriate preparation.

The two can be combined, but they remain botanically different ingredients.

What pairs well with Dandelion Leaf?

Useful flavour directions include:

Mint · Chrysanthemum · Lemon · Green Tea · Monk Fruit

Who is Dandelion Leaf Tea best for?

It is especially suited to herbal-infusion enthusiasts, people exploring botanical leaves and shoppers who prefer leafy, vegetal and gently bitter flavours or want a lighter alternative to Dandelion Root.

A Simple Leafy Botanical Ritual

Curled green leaves. A delicate yellow-green cup. Clean, gentle botanical bitterness.

Explore Dandelion Leaf on its own according to the product directions, or pair it with Mint, Chrysanthemum, Lemon, Green Tea or Monk Fruit in an appropriate preparation.

Add Dandelion Leaf Tea (Pu Gong Ying Cha) — 50 g to your botanical pantry and discover the lighter, greener side of dandelion.

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