Overview. While many people think of the dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) as a pesky weed, it is chock full of vitamins A, B, C, and D, as well as minerals, such as iron, potassium, and zinc. Dandelion leaves are used to add flavor to salads, sandwiches, and teas.
Use the links below to learn more about some of the cliff dwellings in Mesa Verde National Park. For site locations, go to park maps, or click on the specific map located on each page below. (Note: All maps on the following Cliff Dwelling pages open as pdfs.
A Desert Lizard finds shelter in arid regions that have loose soil so it can do its' burrowing downwards, usually near sandy soils that has limited vegetation of sagebrush or â¦ shadscale (gives shelter and rations for the lizard) , they can also shelter in hardpan and gravelly soils as well.