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* Upright stems topped by 1/2-1" flowers in a branched flower head, white, green, or yellowish; grows in wet, grassy subalpine meadows and open woods; flowers in June or July; attractive pleated leaves, to 1' long, 6" wide; native from northern Europe...

* At the north end of its range, it intergrades and hybridises with pitch pine (P. Rigida but distinct, and is less hardy than that species. * This species is possibly no more than a form of P.

* The scientific name honors Tsar Boris III of Bulgaria, during whose reign it was described as a new species in 1925. * trunk diameter of up to 1.5 m * The tip of the leaf is variable, usually pointed, but sometimes slightly notched at the tip * It is...

* Used in cooking, on baked potatoes, and in salads ; flowers rose to rosy purple. * Chives ( Allium schoenoprasum ) are the smallest species of the onion family Alliaceae * Allium schoenoprasum is also the only species of Allium native to both the New...

It is hardy to zone 6. It is in flower from Aug to October, and the seeds ripen from Oct to November. The flowers are hermaphrodite (have both male and female organs) and are pollinated by Bees, flies.

* Veratrum nigrum ( Black Hellebore ) is a medicinal plant and poisonous plant native to Asia and Europe . In China, it, and other false hellebore species are collectively called "li lu".

It grows to about a meter tall (when in flower) and has bright red flowers. * Grown for its beautiful red flowers in mid summer. * A very ornamental plant. Hybridizes freely with other members of this genus.

The wood is strongly resistant to rot, is not eaten by termites, and is easily worked. In vernacular use, it is most often known asCunninghamia, but is also sometimes called "China-fir" (though it is not a fir).

* Important member of wetland communities. * Cool-season grass has broad, pale leaves and very loose, open flowering stalks. * This is a rhizomatous perennial grass bearing thin stems which approach two meters in maximum height.

It is a native of Europe. It grows in moist soil, full sun to part shade, and grows up to one meter tall. * A perennial with tubular reddish-purple flowers in small terminal clusters; native to Europe, North Africa, and Siberia.

* The whole plant, but especially the root, is analgesic, antirheumatic, galactogogue and rubefacient.The plant was often used medicinally by North American Indian tribes, though modern users should be aware of the plants potential toxicity.

It grows in a number of ecosystems, including riparian woodlands, many types of forest, lakeside sand dunes, and tallgrass prairie . * This is a perennial bunch grass reaching heights of one to one and a half meters.

The bark is pale greenish-grey and smooth on young trees with dark grey diamond-shaped lenticels , becoming dark grey and fissured on older trees. The adult leaves , produced on branches of mature trees, are nearly round, slightly wider than long, 2–8...

* Aconitum napellus (Monkshood, "aconite", "Wolf's Bane", Fuzi , "Monk's Blood", or "Monk's Hood") is a species of Aconitum in the family Ranunculaceae , native and endemic to western and central Europe .

Some tribes even used to chew the root and then hold rattlesnakes with their teeth and were not bitten so long as the scent persisted. * A fine blue infusion is obtained from the flowers and this can be used as a litmus substitute to test for acids and...

It typically forms a slowly-spreading clump of upright stems (culms) to 4-5' tall. The terminal inflorescense contains many spikelets that are crowded into dense, nearly spherical heads on rays that angle out in different directions.

It is hardy to zone 6. It is in flower in May, and the seeds ripen from Aug to September. It prefers moist soil. * A small tree grown for its ornamental red new growth and its red and yellow fall color.

* Devil's club was widely employed medicinally by several native North American Indian tribes who used it especially for its pain-relieving properties. * In vitro studies showed that extracts of Devil's Club inhibit tuberculosis microbes.

The roasted roots are used with dandelion and chicory roots for making coffee. However, internal consumption, such as in the form of herbal tea , is discouraged, as it can cause serious liver damage.

* Fruit is quite attractive to birds and is generally considered to have as much if not more ornamental interest than the flowers. * Similar to Cornus alba but with coral red stems and bluish fruits.

* Trees have extensive root systems and are sometimes planted on the banks of streams in order to prevent erosion.

A pink variety of this species is sometimes grown commercially. The perennial's hairy, clasping leaves are arranged densely on its stout stems. * The flower color is variable, ranging from lavender to blue to white.

* Greek Fir is native to the mountains of Greece, primarily in the Peloponnesos and the island of Kefallonia, * It is grown as an ornamental tree in parks and large gardens. * Greek Fir was important in the past for wood for general construction.

The roasted roots are used with dandelion and chicory roots for making coffee. However, internal consumption, such as in the form of herbal tea , is discouraged, as it can cause serious liver damage.

It commonly grows to about 20 cm or higher. * The Asian Globeflower ( Trollius asiaticus ) is an ornamental plant of the family Ranunculaceae , which is native to Asia and Europe .

The fruit is highly toxic, may be fatal if eaten. It occurs in thickets, moist woods, and the banks of streams. * The poisonous fruit of this plant ripens in September and resembles whitish-powdered grapes.

A delicately scented essential oil, obtained from the roots, has been used to adulterate the oil of Acorus calamus. * A beautiful yellow dye is obtained from the flowers. A good black dye is obtained from the root if it is mixed with iron sulphate.