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* Trifolium pratense is the national flower of Denmark and the state flower of Vermont. It is an ingredient in some recipes for essiac tea. * Trifolium pratense (red clover) is a species of clover native to Europe, Western Asia and northwest Africa, but...

One source says to pour boiling water over them before attempting to get them to sprout. * The fall display of flowers can be described as incredible. The leaves are 2.5–9 cm long, pinnate, with six to eight leaflets; the leaflets are 1.6–4.5 cm long...

It grows in sandy soils and appreciates lots of sunlight. * The latex in the stems is a suitable replacement for chicle and can be made into a chewing gum. This species is native to most of North America east of the Rocky Mountains , excluding the drier...

Arctium lappa is the main species used, though this species has similar properties. * The seed contains arctiin, this excites the central nervous system producing convulsions an increase in respiration and later paralysis.

* Fragrant pinkish flowers followed by the pods beloved of children. Young seed pods, harvested when 3 - 4 cm long - cooked. The oppositely arranged leaves are 7 to 15 centimeters (2.75 to 6 inches) long and are narrow and lance-shaped , with the ends...

It is frequently used in the treatment of insomnia, epilepsy, hysteria etc. A member of the passionflower genus Passiflora , the Maypop has large, intricate flowers with prominent styles and stamens.

* The flower heads are carminative, digestive, sedative and tonic. * They are used internally in the treatment of insomnia, irritability, breathlessness and poor memory. * ‘Rosea' has bright pink flowers, is hardier than the species, and is 10 to 15...

This shrub reaches between one and two meters in height. The fruit can also be used for making jelly and cider. * Arctostaphylos patula is a species of manzanita known by the common name greenleaf manzanita .

Growing usually on the margins of woodland areas, it is native to Eastern, Southern and Central Europe . A homeopathic remedy is made from the plant. * Clematis recta , the Erect Clematis or Ground virginsbower , is a species of Clematis unusual in that...

It is perhaps best known for its use as a hair tonic whilst the root is also taken internally as a treatment for non-malignant swollen glands and especially for mastitis. * It is said to be of great use when applied externally to stimulate hair growth...

It is frequently used in the treatment of insomnia, epilepsy, hysteria etc. A member of the passionflower genus Passiflora , the Maypop has large, intricate flowers with prominent styles and stamens.

Eupatorium has recently undergone some revision and has been broken up into smaller genera. It is a substantial plant which needs space, but when planted in groups or massed can provide spectacular flowering and architectural height.

Alata is native to Mexico, and can be found in diverse habitats. In the tropics, it grows up to an altitude of 1,200 metres (3,900 ft). They may either be sown directly or started in a nursery.

Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date. * Gerbera jamesonii is a species of flowering plant in the genus Gerbera. Appreciates some afternoon shade in hot summer climates.

* It inhabits prairies , plains, roadsides, and disturbed areas from southern Canada through most of the United States to northern Mexico . * A pleasant tasting tea is made from the leaves and flower heads.

The root is thought to be particularly good at helping to eliminate heavy metals from the body. * This species is native to the temperate regions of the old world, from Scandinavia to the Mediterranean, and from the British Isles through Russia, and the...

Toothed, broad-ovate, medium to dark green leaves (to 4" long) are gray and hairy below. Young twigs are noticeably yellow and stand out in winter. * White flowers in panicles, midsummer; a handsome shrub with dark green 3" leaves, compact and very adaptable...

* Plants have an extensive root system and are also fairly wind tolerant, they can be planted as a windbreak and also to prevent soil erosion. * Dark purple or purplish blue flowers in spikes; fast, coarse growth, good for dry, poor soil.

* The plant contains helenalin, a compound that has shown significant anti-tumour activity. * Bright flowers of daisyish form, yellow ray petals and yellow-brown centers, from July to October; forms large clumps; parent of many hybrids; native to swamps...

* Leaves to 6"; branches brown and fuzzy; small clusters of 7-10 flowers; rounded fruit; native to northeast Asia.

* The leaves contain up to 2.4% of an antibacterial substance called 'phloretin'.This inhibits the growth of a number of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria in as low a concentration as 30 ppm.

* Tolerates most soils and conditions, including poor soils and amongst the roots and under the drip of trees. * An infusion of the leaves has been used as a wash for weak and inflamed eyes.

* The wood is hard and heavy, suitable for making furniture and other small articles. * Dark green shiny leaves, yellow, bronzy, and red in fall; 1/3" bright red fruit, good bird food; large shrub, can be trained as a small tree; susceptible to fireblight;...

It is hardy to zone 6 and is not frost tender. * The root contains about 30% gum (an arabinic acid derivative) and this makes a goodquality glue. * Eremurus spectabilis is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in) by 0.6 m (2ft).

* This species is grown as an ornamental and used for timber. * This is a lovely tree with fragrant red flowers in the spring and beautiful evergreen foliage.

The flowers are pink, borne in summer. * Rosa palustris is a shrub with alternate, pinnately compound leaves , on thorny stems.

* Cephalanthus occidentalis is a deciduous shrub or small tree that averages 1–3 m (3.3–9.8 ft) in height, but can reach 6 m (20 ft). Ducks and other water birds and shorebirds consume the seeds.