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Asparagus officinalis, commonly known as asparagus, is a perennial plant native to central and southern Europe, the Middle East, western Siberia, and northern Africa. It grows to heights of 30-150 cm and is widely cultivated as a vegetable. Asparagus has been part of the human diet for over 2000 years and possibly much longer. Its shoots or "spears," rhizome, root, and juice are used for food and medicine. Asparagus is a good source of fiber, folic acid, vitamin C, vitamin E, and vitamin B6, as well as minerals like copper, iron, zinc, manganese, calcium, magnesium, sodium, potassium, and phosphorous. It contains flavonoids, hydroxycinnamic acids, oligosaccharides, amino acids, carotenoids, sulfur compounds, steroidal saponins, sterols, and fructans. After ingestion, asparagus produces a distinctive odor in urine due to volatile organic components like asparagusic acid. Asparagus extracts have shown various effects in studies, including anti-allergy, anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiviral, antioxidant, cholesterol-lowering, diuretic, hepatic, hypotensive, immunostimulatory, and weight-modifying effects. However, some of its constituents, particularly saponins, can irritate mucous membranes and be cytotoxic.

Goldenrod is a genus of flowering plants in the Asteraceae family, known for its bright yellow flowers. There are around 130 species of goldenrod, and they are native to North America, Europe, and Asia. Some species of goldenrod have been used historically for medicinal purposes, but they are also essential for supporting pollinators and providing ornamental value in gardens.

Calendula is a type of flowering plant that belongs to the daisy family. It is also known as "pot marigold" or "marigold," although it is not closely related to the true marigold. Calendula plants are native to the Mediterranean region. The orange and yellow flowers of the calendula plant are often used as a natural dye. Calendula is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including wounds, inflammation, spasm disorders and skin irritations.

Marshmallow, often referred to as marshmallow root, is a plant from the Althaea genus that is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa. Marshmallow has been used in traditional medicine for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, and as a natural remedy for various ailments, such as coughs, colds, and digestive problems. Both the marshmallow leaf and the dried root are used in herbal preparations.

Dandelion is a plant that belongs to the family Asteraceae. It is native to Europe, Asia, and the Americas, and is known for its distinctive, bright yellow flowers and puffy, white seed heads. Although considered a weed by many, it is considered valuable for a number of reasons as it can be used as food, in medicine, and to attract pollinators. Dandelion has a long history of use as a medicinal plant. It has been used to treat a variety of conditions, including liver and gallbladder problems, kidney disorders, skin conditions, and digestive issues. It is also purported to have a diuretic effect and dietary supplements containing dandelion often market it for being able to help reduce water retention.