#ground blue convolvulus

[chlorophyll-and-chitin]

Convolvulus sabatius

07-DEC-2022

Melbourne, Vic

[deathmoth-blog]

The name death's-head hawkmoth refers to any of three moth species of the genus Acherontia (Acherontia atropos, Acherontia styx and Acherontia lachesis). The former species is found throughout Africa and in Europe, the latter two are Asian; most uses of the common name refer to the African species. These moths are easily distinguishable by the vaguely human skull-shaped pattern of markings on the thorax. They are large nocturnal moths with brown and yellow or orange coloring, and all three species are fairly similar in size, coloration and life cycle.

The African death's-head hawkmoth (Acherontia atropos) is the largest moth in the British Isles (though not in Africa), with a wingspan of 13 cm (5 in); it is a powerful flier, having sometimes been found on ships far from land. The forewings are a mottled dark brown and pale brown, and the hind wings are orangey-buff with two narrow dark bands parallel with the hind margin. The abdomen is a similar orangey-brown, with a broad, dark dorsal stripe. The most notable feature is a patch of short yellowish hairs on the thorax that gives the impression of depicting a human skull. It is a striking insect, but is seldom seen because it flies late in the night.

A 2020 study describes how, when viewed upside-down, Acherontia atropos creates an illusion of a head with eyes: the mark on its thorax likened to a human skull is the "nose", with the skull's eye-sockets resembling nostrils. Spots on its forewings can be seen as eyes, and various other markings and features can be interpreted as ears, muzzle and lips. This illusion is also present in Agrius convolvuli (convolvulus hawk-moth) and five other species, with the study author suggesting that the function of the illusion of an eyed head is "almost certainly to deter, distract or otherwise deceive predators".

The caterpillar of the African death's-head hawkmoth is also sturdy and somewhat variable in colour, being some shade of buff, green or brown, with seven diagonal blue lines. At the rear is a curved, thorn-like horn. It can attain a length of 5 to 6 in (13 to 15 cm). The other two species of death's-head hawkmoth similarly have three larval color forms: typically, green, brown and yellow. The pupa is stout and reddish-brown, and is formed 8 to 10 in (20 to 25 cm) under the ground in a chamber the size of a large hen's egg.

These moths have several unusual features. All three species have the ability to emit a loud chirp if irritated. The sound is produced by inhaling and expelling air, which vibrates the epipharynx like an accordion, often accompanied by flashing of the brightly colored abdomen in a further attempt to deter predators. The chirp of the death's head hawkmoth takes approximately one-fifth of a second. A study by National Geographic found that the epipharynx was originally built to suck up honey, but later evolved to produce sound.

Adults of all three species are commonly observed raiding beehives of different species of honey bee; A. atropos only invades colonies of the well-known western honey bee, Apis mellifera, and feeds on both nectar and honey. They can move about in hives without being disturbed because they mimic the scent of the bees and are not recognised as intruders. If their disguise is discovered, the moth's thick waxy cuticle helps to protect it against stings.

Leaves of the potato plant contain calystegines, a group of polyhydroxy alkaloids, which are toxic. The larva of A. atropos feeding on potato foliage accumulates these alkaloids.

[moths-wc-aus]

CONTENTS

PSA!

Content Warnings!

Formatting

Words You'll See & What They Mean

Herbs & Medicines

Poisons

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PSA!

These plants are using HUMAN effects!  Do not feed your cat these plants for funsies, because they can be deadly! Also, heads up, this post contains plants primarily from the UK and North America, since the books take place in England and borrow animals from North America. There are also a few plants from... neither place!

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CWs!

Mentions of vomit, sickness, & death. Long post.

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Formatting

Scientific Name; Points towards which species I was looking at

Description; Appearance, taste, & smell

Location; Where they’re best found

Grows; The time of year they’re found

Usage; How they’re used (i.e. eaten, chewed, etc)

Effect; What they do

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WORDS YOU’LL SEE & WHAT THEY MEAN

Poultice; A medicinal method where one or more herbs are soaked in water, chewed together to make a wet mass, then applied to the body of the patient.   Honey is often added to thicken the poultice and help the herbs stick together.

Paste; The middle ground between poultice and pulp, pastes are prepared the same as poultices.  They can either be spread onto a wound or eaten by a patient.

Pulp; When two or more herbs are chewed into mush and eaten by a patient.  Nectar or honey may be added to make the pulp less bitter or more appealing.

Ointment; Two or more herbs mixed with lots of water, honey, herb extract, and/or nectar and rubbed onto the patient’s body.  Herbs are chewed into a pulp, mixed with liquid(s), and let sit to thicken for several hours.

Herb Extract; Juices that come from herbs.  Can be made either by kneading a herb (with things such as basil, borage, and lovage) or breaking the stems (with things such as milkweed and dandelion stems).

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HERBS & MEDICINES

╭━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━━(A)━━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━╮ Alder Bark Scientific Name; Alnus Description; Alder trees have dark grey bark- greenish on younger trees.   Location; On alder trees ; Along rivers ; In swampy, boggy, and marshy areas Grows; All year round Usage; Chewed by patient Effect; Eases toothaches

Alfalfa Scientific Name; Medicago Sativa Description; A tall plant with long, narrow leaves and purple, yellow, or white flowers.  It smells overpoweringly sweet as it blooms, and doesn’t have much of a taste beyond a vague nuttiness. Location; Rocky places with shallow soil ; Alongside Thunderpaths Grows; Mid- to late spring and early to late autumn Usage; Eaten by patient Effect; Prevents tooth decay

Ash Tree Sprouts Scientific Name; Fraxinus Description; A thin sprout with two small leaves. Location; Forests Grows; All year round Usage; Chewed into a poultice and placed on wound Effect; Treats poison from snake bites

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╭━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━━(B)━━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━╮ Basil Scientific Name; Ocimum Basilicum Description; An herb with square stems and rounded, slightly curved leaves.  It smells and tastes sweet and slightly pungent.  The plant doesn’t do well in the cold, and dies by the first frost of the year. Location; Hot, dry areas ; Twoleg gardens Grows; Late spring to very early autumn Usage; Eaten by patient Effect; Soothes headaches and cramping

Betony / Hedgenettle Scientific Name; Stachys Officinalis Description; Square, hairy stems with tall purple flowers with toothed leaves.  This plant has a charming, spicy, and earthy odor.  Its flavor is slightly spicy, with hints of bitter mint. Location; Meadows ; Open woodlands Grows; Late spring to autumn Usage; Eaten by patient Effect; Eases headaches & migraines

Bindweed Scientific Name; Convolvulus Tricolor Description; Bindweed flowers are trumpet-shaped and bright blue with a white center ring surrounding a yellow center.  It has a very strong smell. Location; Farmlands ; Grassy slopes ; In pastures ; Alongside Thunderpaths Grows; Summer to early autumn Usage; Binds sticks together Effect; No medicinal use, but can be used to tie sticks to a broken limb

Birch Sap Scientific Name; Betula Description; Best collected from young trees, when their bark is soft. Location; Within birch trees ; Almost anywhere Grows; All year round Usage; Swallowed by patient Effect; Gives energy ; Creates an appetite

Blackberry Leaves Scientific Name; Rubus subg. Rubus Description; The plant has pinkish-white flowers with five petals each.  The berries and leaves have a sharp, recognizable scent. Location; On blackberry bushes ; Almost anywhere ; Sunny places Grows; Mid-spring to late autumn ; Berries grow mid-summer to early autumn Usage; Coated on area of sting Effect; Mixed with other herbs into a poultice to soothe the pain of bee stings

Blazing Star Scientific Name; Mentzelia Laevicaulis Description; A flower with spiky leaves.  Its five bright yellow petals point out and resemble a star, giving it its name. Location; Sandy and rocky places ; Alongside Thunderpaths Grows; Mid- to late summer Usage; Eaten by patient Effect; Cures cowpox ; Soothes stomachaches ; Treats open skin sores

Blessed Thistle Leaves Scientific Name; Cnicus Benedictus Description; A tall plant with sharp, spiked leaves and hairy stems.  The flowers at the top are yellow or purple, and the leaves have a bitter taste. Location; Sunny, dry, rocky areas Grows; Mid-summer to early fall Usage; Spikes removed ; Eaten by patient Effect; Strengthens heart and lungs ; Improves appetite ; Treats colds, coughs, fevers, and bacterial infections

Borage Scientific Name; Borago Officinalis Description; The flower has five small blue or pink petals and hairy leaves.  The best leaves are about halfway up the stem and have a zesty smell to them.  They’re soft and have a distinctive taste, which they lose when dried out. Location; Near water ; In sunny areas ; Forests Grows; Early summer to mid-autumn Usage; Eaten by patient Effect; Produces better & more milk in nursing cats ; Brings down fevers ; Soothes stomachaches ; Relieves tight chests

Bright-Eye Scientific Name; Phlox Paniculata Description; Light pink flowers with a dark pink center.  It smells something like cannabis, and it tastes sweet, slightly spicy, and something like sugarsnap peas. Location; Sunny areas ; Wooded areas ; Thickets Grows; Mid to late summer Usage; Crushed into a pulp with other herbs and eaten by patient Effect; Cures coughs (when combined with lovage)

Broom Scientific Name; Cytisus Scoparius Description; A shrub with small leaves and little yellow flowers.  The flowers are often on their own stem, but can also grow in pairs.  Broom is wind-tolerant and drought-resistant when established. Location; Forests ; Sunny places Grows; Early spring to late autumn Usage; Ground into a poultice Effect; Assists in the healing of broken bones

Burdock Root Scientific Name; Arctium Minus Description; A tall-stemmed thistle with a sharp smell and dark leaves.  It has a bitter taste. Location; Almost anywhere Grows; All year round Usage; Chewed into a poultice - ensure that any dirt has been washed off first - and placed on the wound area. Effect; Numbs and heals rat bites, particularly when infected ; Soothes sore paw pads ; Causes nausea if eaten

Burnet Scientific Name; Sanguisorba Officinalis Description; A plant with globed pink flowers and leaves in small clusters.  They taste and smell almost like cucumbers. Location; In sunny forest areas Grows; Mid-spring to late autumn Usage; Chewed and swallowed by patient ; Good for cats close to giving birth and cats who are about to travel Effect; Gives strength ; Reduces hunger, bleeding, and inflammation ; Kills stomach parasites

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╭━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━━(C)━━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━╮ Catchweed Scientific Name; Galium Aparine L. Description; A tall plant with fuzzy green balls and white flowers on the end.  When it's matured, it turns brown and develops small hooks that catch in furs and pelts.  It has a pleasant, crisp smell to it, like fresh-cut hay. Location; Moist, shady places ; Forests ; Meadows ; Prairies Grows; All year round Usage; Placed on patient’s pelt to keep poultices in place Effect; No medicinal effect, but keeps poultices in place without pain if cobwebs are not available

Catmint Scientific Name; Nepeta Racemosa Description; A tall, leafy plant with a delicious smell.  The stem is hairy and the flowers are pale purple.  It looks almost like nettle, but doesn’t sting.  Easily killed by frost, but very tolerant of droughts. Location; Twoleg gardens ; Dry soil ; Sunny places Grows; Late spring to early fall Usage; Eaten by patient Effect; Cures greencough ; Soothes whitecough ; Deadly in high doses

Cat’s Claw Scientific Name; Dolichandra Unguis-cati Description; A creeping vine with sunny yellow flowers.  The flowers have five rounded petals.  The plant grows quickly and aggressively, and is very destructive.  It gets its name from its sharp thorns shaped like a cat’s claws.  The flowers smell fragrant and tastes bitter and woody. Location; Sunny places ; Forests Grows; Late spring to early summer Usage; Crushed and eaten by patient Effect; May prevent pregnancy ; Soothes swelling, arthritis, and ragged breathing

Celandine Scientific Name; Stylophorum Diphyllum Description; A yellow flower with four petals.  It has an odd, unpleasant, almost garlicky odor and a bitter taste. Location; Wooded areas ; Near water Grows; Mid-spring to early summer Usage; Crushed into an extract and dripped into the patient’s eyes Effect; Soothes weakened, infected, and damaged eyes

Chamomile Scientific Name; Chamaemelum Nobile Description; A small white flower with a large yellow center.  It has a mellow, sweet taste to it  and smells sweet and fresh. Location; Twoleg gardens ; Sandy soils ; Cool places Grows; Mid-spring to late summer Usage; Eaten by patient Effect; Strengthens the heart ; Soothes the mind

Chervil Scientific Name; Anthriscus Cerefolium Description; A sweet-smelling plant with large, fern-like leaves, small white flowers, and knobby brown roots.  It tastes and smells mildly sweet and grassy. Location; Twoleg gardens ; Cool places ; Dry areas Grows; Early spring to late summer Usage; Chewed into a paste and placed on wound area or swallowed by patient Effect; Soothes infected wounds ; Soothes stomachaches ; May be used as pain relief during kitting

Chickweed Scientific Name; Stellaria Media Description; A tall plant with flat, almond-shaped leaves.  It smells almost minty, and tastes salty and leafy. Location; Very sunny areas ; Forests ; Damp soil Grows; Early spring to late autumn Usage; Eaten by patient Effect; Treats greencough- though catmint is preferred as it does a better job

Cobnuts / Hazelnuts Description; A smooth brown nut with a hard outside shell.  They taste sweet, musty, and earthy. Location; Around or on hazel trees Ripens; Early to late autumn Usage; Eaten by patient Effect; Improves insulin sensitivity ; Strengthens heart ; Reduces inflammation

Cobwebs Description; Long, thin, shiny strands of silk woven into a web by spiders. Location; Just about anywhere ; Dark places Grows; All year round Usage; Pressed on or wrapped around wound Effect; Soaks up and stops bleeding ; Holds poultices in place

Coltsfoot Scientific Name; Tussilago Farfara Description; A flower with yellow or white petals resembling dandelions that smells almost like honey.  It’s a bit crunchy, and tastes like aniseed and licorice. Location; Near water Grows; Early spring to mid-summer ; Best in spring Usage; Chewed into a paste and placed on wound area or eaten by patient Effect; Eases rough breathing ; Cures kittencough ; Soothes cracked and sore paw pads

Comfrey Root Scientific Name; Symphytum Officinale Description; A plant with large leaves and bell-shaped pink, white, or purple flowers.  It has fat brown roots and a tangy smell. Location; Damp and grassy places Grows; Mid-spring to late autumn Usage; Chewed into a paste and eaten by patient or placed on wound Effect; Soothes wounds, itching, inflamed joints, and stiff shoulders ; May be used to soothe and treat burns

Cranberries Scientific Name; Vaccinium Macrocarpon Description; Cranberry stems are wiry and long, and the leaves are small, oval, and evergreen.  Small flowers appear in early summer, and the berries are ripe by early autumn.  The berries taste bright and tart. Location; Swamps ; Bogs ; Marshes Grows; Summer to autumn Usage; Eaten by patient Effect; Reduce inflammation ; Lowers blood pressure

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╭━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━━(D)━━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━╮ Daisy Leaves Scientific Name; Bellis Perennis Description; A white or pale pinkish flower with a bright yellow center.  It has thick oval-shaped leaves, a woody, earthy smell, and a bitter, nutty taste. Location; Shaded, grassy areas ; Forests Grows; Late spring to early autumn Usage; Chewed into pulp and eaten by patient ; May be used as a traveling herb Effect; Eases joint pain

Dandelion Scientific Name; Taraxacum Platycarpum Description; A yellow flower with long, hollow stems.  After it’s finished flowering, the head turns into a sphere of small white florets and seeds.  They have a tangy, slightly bitter taste similar to spinach and a subtle, bittersweet smell. Location; Just about anywhere Grows; Late spring to late autumn Usage; Leaves- chewed by patient ; Stem- broken and squeezed to extract juice, mixed into a poultice, and placed on area of sting ; Roots- eaten by patient Effect; Leaves- soothe pain ; Stem- soothes bee stings ; Roots- may combat poisoning by meadow saffron

Dock Leaves Scientific Name; Rumex Obtusifolius Description; A large-leafed plant with a tangy smell and taste. Location; Grassy areas Grows; Early spring to mid-autumn Usage; Chewed into a poultice and spread on wound Effect; Soothes scratches ; Soothes sore paw pads ; May sting when applied

Dried Oak Leaves Scientific Name; Quercus Description; Roundish, ruffled leaves Location; On or near oak trees Grows; Best found in autumn Usage; Chewed into a pulp and placed on wound Effect; Prevents infection

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╭━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━━(E)━━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━╮ Echinacea / Coneflowers Scientific Name; Echinacea Purpurea Description; Most of these flowers are magenta or purple, but some can be white, orange, yellow, or red.  They have a light, sweet, honey-like fragrance and an earthy, floral taste. Location; Dry plains ; Prairies; Forest clearings Grows; Early summer to early autumn Usage; Chewed into a poultice and placed on wound Effect; Treats infection

Elder Leaves Scientific Name; Sambucus Description; Elder leaves are longer than they are wide, with small serrated edges and hair on the underside.  The flowers of the tree appear in spring and grow in large clusters, and the berries are small and black. Location; On or near elder trees, often in groups of five to nine Grows; Early spring to mid-autumn Usage; Chewed into a poultice and placed on wound Effect; Soothes pain from sprains and dislocated joints

Eyebright Scientific Name; Euphrasia Nemorosa Description; A small flower that grows close to the ground.  It’s nearly impossible to identify until it blooms, as it tends to blend in with the plants around it.  It has small oval leaves and white flowers.  The petals have purple streaks and black centers and a yellow dot in the middle.  It has very little smell, but has a characteristic bitter taste. Location; Fields ; Roadsides Grows; Summer to early fall Usage; Leaves and petals are soaked in water and gently placed on the eyes of the patient Effect; Soothes redness, pain, swelling, and fatigue in the eye

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╭━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━━(F)━━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━╮ Fennel Scientific Name; Foeniculum Vulgare Description; A plant with thin, spiky leaves, a deep, sweet smell almost like licorice, and a mild flavor.  It cannot stand the cold particularly well, and will die by the first frost. Location; Dry soils ; Riverbanks Grows; Early summer to first frost Usage; Stalks are broken and squeezed to extract juice- juice is then swallowed by patient Effect; Soothes hip pain

Feverfew Scientific Name; Tanacetum Parthenium Description; A small bush with white flowers resembling daisies.  Has a sharp, tangy smell and small, soft leaves. Location; Alongside water Grows; Mid-summer to late autumn Usage; Eaten by patient Effect; Reduces fevers ; Soothes headaches

Foxglove Scientific Name; Digitalis Purpurea Description; A very tall pink or purple flower in a cone shape and with hairy oval leaves.  It smells just a little bit bad. Location; Almost everywhere ; Wet soils Grows; Late spring to early summer Usage; Flowers and seeds- eaten by patient ; Leaves- chewed into a poultice and placed on wound Effect; Flowers- induce vomiting ; Leaves- stop bleeding quickly ; Seeds- slow down the heart and calm a panicking patient- should be used in very small, very infrequent quantities, as too much could cause heart failure

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╭━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━━(G)━━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━╮ Ginger Root Scientific Name; Zingiber Officinale Description; The plant has a tall stalk and long, thin leaves.  The root itself is a light brown on the outside and a yellowy-orange on the inside.  It has a citrus scent and a warm, fiery taste. Location; Slightly shaded areas Grows; Early summer to late autumn Usage; Eaten by patient Effect; Soothes coughing

Goat Weed Scientific Name; Epimedium Description; A plant with thin oval leaves and tiny, spider-like yellow, white, pink, or orange flowers.  It has a bitter taste to it. Location; Twoleg gardens Grows; Spring to mid-autumn Usage; Eaten by patient Effect; Soothes anxiety and grief

Goldenrod Scientific Name; Solidago Virgaurea Description; A tall flower with bright yellow petals.  The taste is a little spicy, but mostly bitter, and smells like licorice when crushed. Location; Moors ; Plains ; Meadows Grows; Mid-summer to late autumn Usage; Chewed into a poultice and placed on wound Effect; Helps heal wounds ; Eases stiffness and joint pain

Goldenseal / Orangeroot Scientific Name; Hydrastis Canadensis Description; A small plant that’s slowly becoming more and more rare due to overharvesting and loss of habitat.  It has a single haired stem, two jagged leaves with five lobes, and a small white flower on the top.  It grows red berries which, though they look appealing, are quite poisonous.  The root is twisted and wrinkled and has a bitter taste to it, but can be used to make yellow dye and ward off insects. Location; Deep woods Grows; Spring to early summer Usage; Crushed and eaten by patient or placed on wound Effect; Boosts the immune system ; Fights infections ; Reduces fever ; Soothes colds and allergies ; The root can be made into an insecticide

Goosegrass Scientific Name; Eleusine Description; A plant growing in a matted clump.  It has long dark green stalks fanning out from the soil, the center is pale, and the stalks slightly hairy.  It smells similar to freshly mowed hay, and tastes sweet and similar to peas. Location; Wet, sunny areas ; Along rivers, streams, and lakes Grows; Late spring to late summer Usage; Chewed into a poultice and placed on wound Effect; Stops bleeding

Gumweed Scientific Name; Grindelia Squarrosa Description; The plant itself is tall, the leaves toothed and twisted towards the sun, and the flowers a bright yellow.  It has a nice smell, but tastes very bitter. Location; Plains ; Alongside rivers, streams, and Thunderpaths Grows; Mid summer to mid autumn Usage; Chewed into a poultice and placed on wound Effect; Helps the skin close faster on an injury ; May sting when applied

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╭━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━━(H)━━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━╮ Hawkweed Scientific Name; Hieracium Aurantiacum Description; A small plant with yellow and orange flowers.  They have a slight bitter taste. Location; Clearings ; Meadows ; Fields ; Alongside Thunderpaths ; Sunny places Grows; Late spring to late summer Usage; Eaten by patient Effect; Treats greencough- though catmint is preferred as it does a better job

Hawthorne Berries Scientific Name; Crataegus Description; Hawthorn bushes have toothed leaves and pink or white flowers.  The fruit color varies from reddish orange to bluish black, and both can be used for medicine.  The berries have a tart and slightly sweet taste. Location; Forests Ripens; Mid to late autumn Usage; Eaten by patient- seeds MUST be spit out Effect; Eases indigestion

Heather Nectar Scientific Name; Calluna Vulgaris Description; The nectar is found in the purple bell-shaped flowers of the heather plant.  The taste is tangy, smokey, and sweet, and leaves a long aftertaste. Location; Shaded areas Grows; Early to late autumn Usage; Mixed with pastes and pulps Effect; No healing effect, but makes mixtures taste sweeter and easier to swallow

Hen of the Woods Scientific Name; Grifola Frondosa Description; A large dark greyish-brown mushroom that grows in fan-like clusters.  It has wavy caps, and gets its name because it looks like a hen sitting on her nest.  It has an earthy, peppery taste to it. Location; The base of dead or dying oak trees ; Occasionally on maples or along creeks and riverbanks Grows; Early to late autumn ; Starts growth after the first cold night of the year Usage; Eaten by patient Effect; Gives energy ; Strengthens the heart and immune system

Honey Description; A sweet golden liquid made by bees. Location; In honeycombs and bee hives ; In trees Best Found; Early spring to late summer Usage; Eaten by patient Effect; Soothes smoke-damaged or sore throats ; Reduces coughing ; Gives energy ; Makes mixtures taste sweeter and easier to swallow

Horsetail Scientific Name; Equisetum Description; A tall plant with bristly leaves.  It has a mild, grass-like vegetable taste. Location; Marshy areas ; Meadows Grows; Early spring to mid-autumn Usage; Chewed into a poultice and placed on wound Effect; Treats infections and stops bleeding

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╭━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━━(J)━━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━╮ Jelly Ear / Wood Ear Scientific Name; Auricularia Auricula-judae Description; A brown mushroom with shades varying from light to dark that look like a large, wrinkled human ear.  They taste earthy and mild. Location; On dead or dying elder branches Grows; In clusters all year round Usage; Ground into a paste and swallowed or placed on eyes Effect; Soothes eye infection and inflammation ; Soothes sore throats

Juniper Berries Scientific Name; Juniperus Description; Blue berries found on the spiky-leaved juniper bush.  They have a slight piney taste to them with a touch of fruit and pepper, and smell similar to pine or cedar. Location; Dry or damp places Grows; Mid autumn to early or mid winter Usage; Eaten by patient Effect; Soothes stomachaches ; Gives strength ; Soothes troubled breathing ; Calms cats down

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╭━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━━(K)━━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━╮ Knotweed / Knotgrass Scientific Name; Polygonum Description; A plant with long asparagus-like stems, narrow willow-like leaves that form sheaths around the stem.  The flowers are small and pinkish or white and grow in spikes.  It has a hot, peppery taste to it that’s a little bitter. Location; Seasonal wetlands ; Marshes ; Swamps ; Wet ditches ; Desert scrubs ; Pinyon-juniper woodlands Grows; Late spring to mid autumn ; Almost year-round in warmer areas such as the South in the United States Usage; Chewed and swallowed by patient for coughs and sore throats ; Chewed by patient for sore gums Effect; Soothes coughs, sore and swollen throats, and bleeding and swelling gums

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╭━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━━(L)━━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━╮ Lamb's Ear Scientific Name; Stachys Byzantina Description; A soft and fuzzy small green plant.  It tastes almost similar to a combination of apples and pineapples. Location; Mountains ; Meadows ; Fields ; Cool climates Grows; Spring to autumn Usage; Eaten by patient or wrapped on wound Effect; Gives strength ; Slows bleeding

Laurel Leaves Description; Green, waxy leaves from the bay laurel tree. Location; Damp, rocky areas ; Ravines ; Thickets Grows; Early spring to late autumn Usage; To make herb wraps. Effect; No medicinal use, but they’re large and don’t rip easily, and are good to wrap herbs in when you need to transport them.  May cause nausea and stomachaches if eaten.

Lavender Scientific Name; Lavandula Angustifolia Description; A plant with small purple flowers.  It has a sweet, delicate smell. Location; Twoleg gardens ; Sunny areas Grows; Mid spring to late autumn Usage; Placed under patient’s nose and inhaled Effect; Treats fevers, coughs, and chills ; Soothes and calms anxiety, nervous breakdowns, and shock ; Often used to cover the smell of death

Lion's Mane Scientific Name; Hericium Erinaceus Description; When in its prime, lion’s mane mushrooms look like a white ball covered in shaggy spines.  The spines are icicle-like teeth hanging from the mushroom’s stalk, and give them a unique appearance that makes them easily identifiable.  They have a mildly sweet flavor, and a texture that mimics shellfish like lobster and crab. Location; Woodlands ; On dead hardwood trees & logs Ripens; Late spring to late autumn Usage; Eaten by patient Effect; Soothes depression, anxiety, and inflammation ; Reduces side effects of diabetes

Lotus Root Scientific Name; Nelumbo Nucifera Description; Lotus flowers come in pink and white, and the roots are firmly planted in the soil at the bottom of the water.  The root itself has a mild sweetness and a crunchy texture, and when cut, has a lace-like design with pea sized holes. Location; Ponds and swamps Best Harvested; Summer Usage; Eaten by patient Effect; Keeps cats awake

Lovage Scientific Name; Levisticum Officinale Description; Appears, smells, and tastes similar to celery plants but sweeter.  It stands tall and has leaves shaped like maple leaves, though they’re smaller than the tree’s. Location; Dry, sandy areas ; Pastures ; Mountains ; Near streams Grows; Early spring to mid autumn Usage; Leaves are crushed into a pulp and eaten by patient Effect; Cures coughs (when mixed with Bright-Eye)

Lungwort Scientific Name; Pulmonaria Description; A bushy herb with spotted leaves.  It has a sappy, cucumber smell when the stems are snapped, and has a mild, asparagus-like taste. Location; Moors and plains Grows; Late winter to late winter ; Almost all-year round, but not quite Usage; Eaten by patient Effect; Cures yellowcough

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╭━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━━(M)━━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━╮ Mallow Leaves Scientific Name; Malva Sylvestris L. Description; A flowering shrub with large, fuzzy, three-lobed leaves.  Has a sweet, rose-like scent. Location; Shores and riverbanks ; Best collected at sun high Grows; Early spring to mid autumn Usage; Chewed into a paste and eaten by patient or placed on wound Effect; Soothes stomachaches, bee stings, and wasp stings ; Fights infection

Marigold Scientific Name; Tagetes Description; A yellow or orange flower that grows close to the ground.  They have an overpowering, musky scent almost like wet hay, and have a bitter citrusy taste. Location; Just about anywhere ; Not common on moors or plains Grows; Early summer to late autumn ; Dies from hard frosts Usage; Petals and leaves are chewed into a paste Effect; Stops bleeding ; Prevents infection ; Heals sores ; Soothes stiff and inflamed joints when eaten

Milk Thistle Scientific Name; Silybum Marianum Description; A large, distinctive thistle with bright magenta flowers.  The leaves, stems, and flowers are all armed with stiff, sharp spines, which should be carefully removed before harvesting.  It has a sharp, spicy smell, but has a mild, sweet flavor. Location; Dry, rocky areas with lots of sun Grows; Late spring to late autumn Usage; Eaten by patient Effect; Improves the flow of a nursing cat’s milk

Milkvetch Root Scientific Name; Astragalus Trichopodus ; Astragalus Purshii ; Astragalus Canadensis Description; A stout plant with small, soft, hairy leaves.  The flowers grow in pink, purple, yellow, and cream.  There are many different kinds of milkvetch, growing in different places.  In fact, there are over 3,000 different species.  Just about any will serve as proper medicine.  They vary in smell and taste, but most taste clearly of sweet liquorice. Location; Mountains ; Deserts ; Open, grassy places ; Bluffs ; Rocky places ; Wetlands ; Woodlands ; Prairies Grows; Spring to late summer Usage; Crushed and eaten or placed on wound Effect; Soothes fever and swelling ; Prevents colds and respiratory infections ; Lowers blood pressure ; Reduces anxiety and distress

Milkweed Scientific Name; Asclepias Syriaca L. Description; A tall plant with broad, thick leaves.  Pale pink or purple flowers sit at the top in spheres.  Ensure that there are no caterpillar eggs on the leaves when collecting. Location; Plains ; Prairies ; Meadows ; Fields Grows; Late spring to mid autumn Usage; Stems are broken and juice is squeezed on wound Effect; Soothes sores and burns ; Poisonous if eaten- do not use around eyes, ears, nose, or mouth

Mint Scientific Name; Mentha Description; Downy, serrated leaves.  Its flowers are small and purple or white in colour.  It has a strong, distinctive taste and smell. Location; Wet soils ; Moist meadows ; Marshes ; Near rivers and streams Grows; Late spring to mid autumn Usage; Rubbed on body ; Hung from den ceiling Effect; No medicinal effect, but can be used to cover the smell of sickness and death

Moss Description; A spongy soft green plant often found growing on trees and rocks. Location; Forests ; Marshes ; Wetlands ; Cool, shady places Grows; All year round ; Does best in autumn and winter Usage; Soaks up fluids Effect; No medicinal effect, but may be used to soak up vomit, water, honey, etc.

Mouse Bile Description; Foul smelling yellow-green liquid. Location; Anywhere mice can be found Usage; Stored in moss and dabbed onto ticks Effect; Kills ticks

Mullein Scientific Name; Verbascum Description; This plant has fuzzy, greenish-grey leaves and tall spikes with yellow flowers.  The flowers smell like honey, and it has a soft, sweet taste almost like peppermint. Location; Riverbanks ; Lakesides ; Fields ; Damp soils Grows; Mid spring to late summer Usage; Leaves are chewed into a pulp and eaten by patient Effect; Soothes coughs, colds, and sore throats ; Effective against redcough

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╭━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━━(N)━━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━╮ Narcissus (Daffodil) Petals Scientific Name; Narcissus Description; A pale yellow flower shaped like a trumpet.  It smells similar to jasmine or hyacinths, and has a nice calming effect. Location; Twoleg gardens ; Woodlands ; Grasslands ; Rocky terrains Grows; Late winter to mid spring Usage;  Placed under nose and inhaled by patient Effect; Calms the mind ; Soothes anxiety ; May cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea if eaten

Nettle Scientific Name; Urtica Dioica Description; Nettle stems are slender and tall, and the leaves are long and toothed.  The taste is slightly bitter and salty, but also somewhat pleasant.  If the leaves smell musty or fishy, then they’re no good to use. Location; Sunny areas ; Forests ; Alongside rivers, streams, and lakes Grows; Mid sprint to mid autumn Usage; Eaten or chewed on by patient Effect; Leaves- soothe swelling ; Seeds- cause nausea and vomiting- may be used to expel stomach contents ; Stems- fights infection

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╭━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━━(P)━━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━╮ Parsley Scientific Name; Petroselinum Crispum Description; A long-stemmed plant with ragged and crinkly leaves.  It has a sharp scent and tastes fresh and cold no matter what. Location; Sunny riverbanks ; Twoleg gardens Grows; Spring to mid winter ; Parsley is resistant to frost Usage; Eaten by patient Effect; Stops a nursing cat from producing milk ; Cures stomachaches

Poppy Seeds Scientific Name; Papaver Somniferum Description; Tiny round black seeds shaken out of the dried head of a poppy flower. Location; Twoleg gardens ; Sunny areas Grows; Spring to early summer Usage; Eaten by patient ; Not recommended for pregnant or nursing cats Effect; Helps a cat sleep ; Soothes shock and distress ; Eases pain ; Too many can be deadly- maximum is one for kittens, three for a fully grown warrior, and two for an elder

Prince Mushroom Scientific Name; Agaricus Augustus Description; This mushroom has a brown scaled cap and white stems, and a slightly sweet almond-like taste. Location; Woodlands ; Near Thunderpaths Grows; Late spring to autumn Usage; Eaten by patient Effect; Lowers cholesterol ; Eases digestion issues ; Soothes stress

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Ragweed Scientific Name; Ambrosia Psilostachya Description; A plant with ragged leaves that resembles a fern and tastes somewhat like wheat. Location; Mountains ; Along Thunderpaths ; Rock crevices Grows; Late autumn to early winter Usage; Eaten by patient Effect; Gives strength and energy

Ragwort Leaves Scientific Name; Jacobaea Vulgaris Description; A tall shrub with yellow flowers and a foul taste. Location; Almost anywhere ; Cooler areas Grows; Spring to autumn Usage; Crushed into a pulp and eaten by patient Effect; Soothes aching joints (when combined with juniper berries) ; Keeps up strength

Raspberry Leaves Scientific Name; Rubus Idaeus Description; Soft, jagged leaves found on raspberry bushes.  They have a slightly bitter, tangy flavor. Location; Dry, sunny places ; Forest clearings ; Mountains ; Woodland edges ; Along Thunderpaths ; Along trails ; Meadows Grows; Mid spring to mid autumn Usage; Eaten by patient ; Often used during birthing Effect; Eases pain ; Stops bleeding

Reishi Scientific Name; Ganoderma Lingzhi Description; A kidney or fan shaped mushroom with a distinctive red and orange color.  There are no gills, and the underside is white or tan.  They have a strong but pleasant woody smell, like decomposing wood, and it is incredibly bitter. Location; Stumps ; Fallen logs ; Tree roots Grows; Mid spring to late summer Usage; Ground into a paste and eaten by patient or placed on wound Effect; Soothes stress ; Increases stamina ; Prevents infection ; Reduces inflammation ; May cause nausea, a dry mouth, headaches, and/or dizziness when ingested

Rosehip Scientific Names; Rosa Canina ; Rosa Moschata ; Rosa Rubiginosa ; Rosa Gymnocarpa Description; Smooth red fruits with long, spindly brown leaves on their ends.  They can be found growing on dog roses, musk roses, sweet briars, and wood roses.  They taste sweet and slightly tart, comparable to green apples or ripe plums. Location; Alongside Thunderpaths ; Coastlines ; Grasslands ; Woodlands ; Shaded woods Grows; Late summer to mid autumn ; Sweetest just after the first frost Usage; Eaten by patient Effect; Reduces inflammation and joint pain ; Soothes arthritis

Rosemary Scientific Name; Rosmarinus Officinalis Description; Tall, needle-like leaves and purple flowers.  It has an aromatic scent, something like evergreen trees and mint.  The taste is woody and similar to sage, mint, and pine. Location; Dry, sunny areas Grows; All year round, though summer growth has the best taste and smell; may be dried for later us Usage; Chewed into a poultice and placed on eyes Effect; Soothes eye infections and inflammation ; Sometimes used to cover the smell of death

Rush Scientific Name; Juncus Effusus Description; Long stalks and small lavender heads. Location; Bogs ; Ponds ; Sunny streams ; Wet pastures ; Swamps ; Watery ditches Grows; Mid spring to late autumn Usage; Binds broken bones Effect; No medicinal effect, but can be used sort of like a cast

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╭━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━━(S)━━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━╮ Salmonberry Scientific Name; Rubus Spectabilis Description; A shrub with somewhat bland tasting berries.  The berries look similar to raspberries or blackberries, but they may come in yellow, orange, or red.  Ripe berries taste tender and sweet, and taste great when paired with fish- particularly salmon.  The shrub itself grows in large thickets, often under or near red alder trees.  Though the stems have fine prickles, they are not armed with sharp thorns, which make them easy to harvest. Location; Coastal forests ; Streamsides ; Bogs ; Alongside thunderpaths ; Woodland edges ; Moist places in and near woods Grows; Berries ripen mid spring to mid summer ; Leaves appear early spring to mid autumn Usage; Leaves and bark are chewed into a poultice and placed on wound ; Berries are eaten by patient Effect; Leaves and bark soothe burns, cuts, pain, and open sores ; Berries reduce internal inflammation

Skullcap Scientific Name; Scutellaria Lateriflora ; Scutellaria Galericulata Description; A wildflower with primarily blue petals, though they can also come in purple.  Its leaves and roots are bitter, and it has a sweet smell similar to apples or mint. Location; Almost anywhere that’s wet ; Forests ; Marshes ; Meadows ; Twoleg gardens Grows; Summer Usage; Eaten by patient- the roots should be dried first Effect; The roots give strength ; The leaves relieve anxiety and soothe convulsions.  Avoid mixing with poppy or catnip, as it may be deadly.

Sorrel Scientific Name; Rumex Acetosa Description; Sorrel blooms often in reds and whites, and the oval leaves grow in rosettes.  They have little to no smell, but has a powerful, fruity taste that has a lemon-like tartness to it. Location; Damp places ; Twoleg gardens ; Meadows ; Along streams ; Open clearings Grows; Late spring to mid autumn Usage; Eaten by patient Effect; Gives strength ; Builds appetites

Stinkhorn Scientific Name; Phallaceae Description; Stinkhorns are a phallic-shaped fungus with an olive-brown slime covering their bellshaped caps.  Their stench makes them easy to find, as it’s unmistakable and intense, similar to rotting meat.  It is crisp and crunchy, almost radish-like in flavor. Location; On rotting wood Grows; Summer to late autumn Usage; The inner layer is ground into a poultice and placed on wound Effect; Protects against some infections, but not all- other herbs are preferred

Sweet Sedge Scientific Name; Acorus Calamus Description; Thick green stems with long buds at the top.  The taste is slightly sweet and nutty. Location; Rocky, wet areas ; Marshes ; Ditches ; Riversides ; Ponds Grows; All year round Usage; Squeezed to extract sap, then swallowed by patient Effect; Eases infection

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╭━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━━(T)━━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━╮ Tansy Scientific Name; Tanacetum Vulgare Description; Bunches of round, yellow flowers with a very sweet, strong scent. Location; Twoleg gardens ; Near twoleg places Grows; Late spring to mid autumn Usage; Eaten by patient ; To be given in small doses and not to pregnant cats, as it may make them miscarry Effect; Cures coughs ; May prevent greencough ; Soothes sore throats ; Treats some poisons

Tormentil Root Scientific Name; Potentilla Erecta Description; A bright yellow flower with four petals.  It has a strong, aromatic scent and a sharp taste. Location; Cool places ; Twoleg gardens Grows; Mid spring to early autumn Usage; Chewed into a poultice and placed on wound Effect; Draws out poison ; Treats infection

Turkey Tail Scientific Name; Trametes Versicolor Description; This mushroom has striking multicolored bands on its cap, and tends to be grey and brown.  The underside is white with tiny pores.  It has a mild, earthy, and slightly bitter taste. Location; Woodlands Grows; All year round Usage; Ground into a pulp and eaten by patient or placed on wound Effect; Prevents infections

Thyme Scientific Name; Thymus Vulgaris Description; The leaves are small, thick, and delicate, and have a fresh tang to their smell and taste.  The smell is very distinctive. Location; Hot, sunny places ; Dry slopes Grows; All year round, but best in early summer just before flowering Usage; Chewed on by patient Effect; Soothes anxiety, nervousness, and shock ; Soothes coughing ; May be used to cover the scent of death and sickness

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╭━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━━(V)━━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━╮ Valerian Root Scientific Name; Valeriana Officinalis Description; A tall plant with thick, hollow stems.  The leaves are pointed and toothed with hairy undersides.  Tiny, sweet-smelling white and pale pink flowers grow in tight clusters at the top.  The root tastes woody and earthy. Location; Grassland ; Shrubland ; Woods Grows; Summer Usage; Eaten by patient Effect; Helps sleep ; Soothes stress and anxiety

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╭━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━━(W)━━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━╮ Watermint Scientific Name; Mentha Aquatica Description; A plant with oval leaves and spiky purple globed flowers.  It has a minty smell when crushed and a sweet taste to it. Location; Near streams, rivers, ponds, and lakes ; Swamps ; Marshes ; Wet woods Grows; Late spring to mid autumn Usage; Chewed into a pulp and eaten by patient Effect; Eases stomachaches

Wild Garlic / Cow’s Leek Scientific Name; Allium Ursinum Description; Grows in patches, a white bulb with green stalky leaves.  It has an extremely sharp, tangy scent.  Bears and boars enjoy eating the bulbs, so keep an eye out when near a patch. Location; Wetlands ; Marshes ; Forests ; Valleys Grows; Late winter to late spring Usage; Rolled in by patient Effect; Draws out poison from rat bites ; Prevents infection ; Covers a cat with the smell of wild garlic

Willow Scientific Name; Salix Description; Leaves are long ovals ending in points. Location; On willow trees ; Near large bodies of water Grows; All year round ; Leaves grow mid spring to mid autumn Usage; Bark- chewed on by patient ; Leaves- eaten by patient Effect; Bark- eases toothaches ; Leaves- stop vomiting, eases nausea

Windflower Stalks Scientific Name; Anemone Coronaria Description; Coming in a variety of colors, windflowers (or anemones) smell woody, fruity, and citrusy.  Despite their appetizing smell, they have a distinctly bitter taste. Location; Sunny places ; Mountains ; Woodland edges ; Damp grasslands ; Meadows ; Twoleg gardens Grows; Spring Usage; Eaten by patient ; Often given to pregnant cats Effect; Soothes cramping

Wintergreen Berries Scientific Name; Gaultheria Procumbens Description; Looks almost identical to holly, so be careful while picking.  They have a minty aroma, and a subtle minty flavor. Location; Oak and pine forests ; Sandy areas Grows; Matures in mid autumn Usage; Chewed into a poultice and gentle rubbed into the wound Effect; Soothes pain ; Treats some poisons

Witch Hazel Flowers Scientific Name; Hamamelis Description; Bright yellow flowers with thin, spidery petals that grow on witch hazel shrubs.  They have an unmistakable, pleasant smell similar to lemon zest, and have a slightly bitter taste. Location; Woodlands ; Rocky riverbanks Grows; Mid to late autumn Usage; Eaten by patient Effect; Gives energy

Wood Sorrel Scientific Name; Oxalis Exilis Description; A medium-sized weed with heart-shaped leaves and yellow or white flowers with five petals.  It has a sour and tart taste. Location; Fields ; Woodlands ; Partial shade Grows; Spring to autumn Usage; Chewed into a poultice and placed on wound Effect; Treats infection in boils, abscesses, and burns

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╭━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━━(Y)━━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━╮ Yarrow Scientific Name; Achillea Millefolium Description; A tall white flower with jagged leaves, a tangy scent, and a bitter taste.  The flowers are small and grow in dozens at the head of the plant. Location; Sunny and partly sunny areas ; Woodlands Grows; Early spring to late autumn Usage; Crushed into a poultice and placed on wound Effect; Extracts poison from wounds ; Soothes cracked paw pads ; Causes nausea and vomiting if ingested

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POISONS

Foxglove flowers, nettle seeds, or yarrow should be swallowed by the patient soon after ingestion of poison.

╭━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━━(A)━━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━╮ Amaryllis Scientific Name; Amaryllis Description; Often appearing in reds and white, amaryllis flowers smell somewhere between a rose and an orange. Location; Open, sandy areas Grows; Sunny places Effect; Drooling ; Vomiting ; Struggles to breathe

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╭━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━━(C)━━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━╮ Common Earthball Scientific Name; Scleroderma Citrinum Description; Similar in appearance to a potato, this mushroom is round with no stem.  It’s a dirt yellow brown color and has an unpleasant, rubbery smell. Location; On tree trunks or roots ; Sandy soil ; Short grass ; Fields Grows; Autumn to winter Effect; Nausea ; Vomiting ; Not deadly, but very unpleasant and may cause lasting effects

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╭━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━━(D)━━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━╮ Deathberries / Yew Berries Scientific Name; Taxus Baccata Description; Bright red berries from the toxic yew tree. Location; On yew trees ; Moist soils ; Shady places ; Forests Grows; Late summer/early autumn to mid spring. Effect; Death Possible Cures; Your best hope is having the patient swallow yarrow and praying that you’ve gotten there in time.

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╭━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━━(F)━━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━╮ Foxglove Seeds Scientific Name; Digitalis Purpurea Description; A very tall pink or purple flower in a cone shape and with hairy oval leaves.  It smells just a little bit bad. Location; Almost everywhere ; Wet soils Grows; Late spring to early summer Effect; Small doses may calm a panicked cat ; Large doses may cause paralysis and heart failure

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Hawthorn Seeds Scientific Name; Crataegus Description; Hawthorn bushes have toothed leaves and pink or white flowers.  The fruit color varies from reddish orange to bluish black, and both can be used for medicine.  The berries have a tart and slightly sweet taste.  The seeds contain amygdalin, which turns into hydrogen cyanide in the body. Location; Forests Ripens; Mid to late autumn Effect; Dizziness ; Nausea ; Headaches ; Deadly

Hemlock Scientific Name; Conium Maculatum Description; A tall plant with fern-like leaves and tiny, white flowers with five petals.  Even a dead hemlock flower may continue to be poisonous for up to three years.  Historically, it has been given as a way of saying “You will be the death of me”. Location; Valleys ; Coves ; Ravines ; Wetlands Grows; Spring Effect; Intense euphoria, followed by: Excessive drooling ; Violent convulsions ; Vomiting ; Rolling eyes ; Death

Holly Berries Scientific Name; Ilex Aquifolium Description; Holly bushes have dark, spiny leaves and bright red berries. Location; Forests Grows; Late autumn to late winter Effect; Nausea ; Vomiting ; Stomach pain ; Death in kits, small apprentices, and elders if too many are consumed

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╭━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━━(L)━━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━╮ Larkspur Scientific Name; Delphinium Description; Tall, flowered stalks ranging from blue and lavender to white or red.  They have a light, earthy smell, similar to rain on a warm summer day. Location; Plains ; Grassy shrublands Grows; Early autumn to first frost Effect; Seizures ; Labored breathing ; Heart and lung failure ; Nausea and vomiting may also appear

Lily of the Valley Scientific Name; Convallaria Majalis Description; Bell-shaped white or soft pink flowers that grow in clusters on one side of the stalk.  The leaves grow at the bottom of the stem, and the flower smells light and watery. Location; Dry, shaded woodlands Grows; Often found growing closely together Effect; Drooling, vomiting, and dizziness in small amounts ; Death in large amounts

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╭━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━━(M)━━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━╮ Meadow Saffron / Autumn Crocus Scientific Name; Colchicum Autumnale Description; A light pink or purple flower with six petals.  It has little to no smell, which is the key difference between it and wild garlic, a plant that looks very similar. Location; Damp, grassy places Grows; Autumn Effect; Labored breathing ; Stomach pain ; Vomiting blood ; Possible death Possible Cures; Dandelion stems

Morning Glory Seeds Scientific Name; Convolvulaceae Description; Slender stems with trumpet shaped flowers and heart shaped leaves.  The colors come in blues, purples, pinks, reds, and whites.  It smells mossy, woody, and watery. Location; Fields ; Alongside Thunderpaths and fences Grows; Early summer to first frost Effect; Hallucinations ; Increased heart rate ; Vomiting ; Numbness in limbs ; Muscle spasms

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╭━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━━(N)━━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━╮ Nightshade Berries Scientific Name; Atropa Belladonna Description; A small shrub with faintly scented, bell-shaped flowers that are purple tinged with green in color. The berries are shiny and black when ripe. Location; Moist soils ; Shaded places ; Open woodlands Grows; Late summer to autumn Usage; Sometimes used to end what would otherwise be dragged out suffering Effect; A quick death

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╭━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━━(S)━━ ⋅𖥔⋅ ━╮ Snakeroot Scientific Name; Ageratina Altissima Description; This plant is tall and has round, toothed leaves with pointed tips.  The flowers on top bloom white and in little clusters. Location; Forests ; Woodlands ; Moist, shady places ; Wetlands ; Fields Grows; Summer to autumn Effect; Nausea ; Vomiting ; Poison may infect milk and cause kits to become poisoned as well

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[scriptflorist]

Hello! Can I ask for two flowers for twin siblings?

One of them is a kind and extroverted girl with sun/light and healing powers. She also has an Atlas personality and tries to help everyone, often exhausting herself in the process

The other is a gentle introverted boy with moon/shadow and psychic powers. He always tries to help whenever he can but since his powers aren't as useful (in the beginning) as his sister's he always feels like he'll never be as important and cool as her

Do you have any flowers that fit them?

Of course you can! Hope this helps with your story!

Twin Sister

allspice – compassion

almond (flowering) – hope

angelica – magic, inspiration            

ash mountain – with me you are safe, prudence

ash tree – grandeur, greatness

aster (china, double) – I partake your sentiments

balm of gilead – healing, cure, relief, I am cured

basil (sweet) – good wishes

blue bell – kindness, constancy, gratitude, sorrowful regret, humility

camellia (red) – unpretending excellence

coneflower (purple) – strength and health

cowslip – healing, youth, rusticity, winning grace, pensiveness, early joys, native grace

daffodil – sunshine, respect, regard, new beginnings, chivalry, self-love, deceitful hopes, unrequited love

eglantine – I wound to heal, poetry

enchanter’s nightshade – spell, witchcraft, sorcery, fascination

euphorbia – persistence

flax – I feel your kindness, benefactor, I am sensible to your kindness, domestic industry, domestic symbol

geranium (rose) – preference

hemlock – you will be my death

hemp – fate

holly herb – enchantment

Iceland moss – health

laurel (ground) – perseverance

lint – I feel my obligations

love-lies-bleeding – hopeless but not helpless, hopeless not heartless, desertion, deserted love

lychnis (scarlet) – sunbeam’d eyes, sunbeaming eyes

marianthus – hope for better days

marsh mallow – kindness beneficence

orange tree – generosity

pear tree – comfort

rosemary – healing balm, remembrance, your presence revives me

sage – good health and long life, esteem, domestic virtue(s), wisdom, great respect

shepherd’s purse – I offer you my all

sundew (round-leaved) – surprise

sunflower (dwarf) – your devout adorer

sunflower (tall) – pride, haughtiness, lofty and pure thoughts, false riches

sweetbrier (European) – I wound to heal, poetry, imagination

tulip (yellow) – there’s sunshine in your smile, hopeless love

Virginia creeper – I cling to you both in sunshine and in shade

Twin Brother

allspice – compassion

amethyst/bush violet – admiration

angelica – magic, inspiration

balm (gentle) – pleasantry, joke, joking, sweets of social intercourse

basil (sweet) – good wishes

bellflower (chimney) – aspiring

bittersweet (nightshade) – truth

black bryony – support, be my support

catchfly (night-flowering) – night

cereus (night-blooming) – transient beauty

clematis – mental beauty, artifice, poverty, filial love

columbine (purple) – resolved to win

coriander – hidden worth, concealed merit

convolvulus (blue, minor) – night, repose

convolvulus (night) – night

enchanter’s nightshade – spell, witchcraft, sorcery, fascination

euphorbia – persistence

foxglove – I’m not ambitious for myself but for you, a wish, occupation, insincerity, stateliness, youth

geranium (night-smelling) – melancholy spirit

hemp – fate

hollowroot – weakness

holly herb – enchantment

kennedia – mental beauty, intellectual beauty

laurel (ground) – perseverance

laurel (mountain) – ambition

lint – I feel my obligations

love-lies-bleeding – hopeless but not helpless, hopeless not heartless, desertion, deserted love

marvel of Peru – timidity

meadow sweet – uselessness

mezereon – desire to please, coquetry

mistletoe – I surmount (all) difficulties, I climb to greatness, I surmount all obstacles, parasite, kiss me, affection, difficulties

moonwort – forgetfulness

moschatel – weakness

nightshade – scepticism, truth, dark thoughts, falsehood

nightshade (deadly) – falsehood

pear tree – comfort

rose leaf – I am never importunate, you may hope

rose (purple) – enchantment

scorpion grass (mouse-eared) – forget me not

siphocampylus – resolved to be noticed

witch hazel – a spell

Virginia creeper – I cling to you both in sunshine and in shade

– Mod Jana

Disclaimer

This blog is intended as writing advice only. This blog and its mods are not responsible for accidents, injuries or other consequences of using this advice for real world situations or in any way that said advice was not intended.

[thewirewitch]

Plant update:

Morning glories:

A rabbit ate some of the spouts the other night. I planted some more of the blue and the mixed pack. Since the blue picotee ones haven’t sprouted and I ran out of seeds (I couldn’t find them at the store today, either) I decided to plant a different climbing plant.

Sage:

I cut most of the leaves off of my sage and hung them to dry. I left the top few sets of leaves on so that it has a chance to recover.

Front flower bed:

Petunias, convolvulus, and sunflowers are sprouting. I think the Forget-me-nots are sprouting as well. I also picked up a bleeding hearts plant to put in “the corner of death” (it’s very shady and most plants don’t grow there).

???: Had to cut a thin layer of plant...fiber...stuff...in order to free the leaves. There are 6 leaves now. The extras outside are starting to sprout. 2/3 have some leaves poking out of the ground.

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Identifying Weeds in the Garden

One problem gardeners are constantly struggling with is weeds growing in their flower gardens. A weed is essentially a plant growing where you don’t want it. There are a number of plants that pretty much always fall into the category of weeds, either for thier vigorous growth and ability to take over or the ability to keep regrowing.

Fortunately daylilies are strong vigorous growing plants that compete well with most weeds. That being said, even daylilies can struggle with weeds growing around and even into the clumps.

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Weeds can be divided pretty much into Annuals or Perennials. The management of them is based on this growth habit.

Annuals usually seed in heavily and grow quickly. Killing the young plants and preventing them from going to seed is the best approach.

Perennial weeds on the other hand typically are slow to bloom and seed and start growing a bit more slowly. Regular pulling of the plants is the best approach with attention to removal of all the roots.

Tip: All things being equal, most grasses are weeds, if you focus on the grasses, that will most likely be the majority of your weeds.

On Lawn Management

Our lawns are a hodge-podge of plants including grass (of course), Clovers, Dandelions, Plantain, Violets, Vetches and more.

While on one level we are happy to accept that as that is the easiest and simplest approach, we also enjoy the amazing plant diversity that our lawns exhibit.

Additionally a diverse plant ecosystem (even in a lawn) may result in an planting that is more resilient to adverse conditions like drought, flooding or pest problems.

Here is a list of some of the most common weeds you may find

  Amaranth: Annual

This is the noxious weed variant of Amaranth

There is a couple of wonderful ornamental types, but this Amaranth is a monster.

Even tiny plants can flower and drop seed. It doesn’t run so that makes it a little easier to control.

  Bindweed: (Convolvulus arvensis) Perennial

A member of the Morning glory family (Convolvulacea). Bindweed is a climber, and as such it wraps around and “binds” other plants

It produce small Blue or White trumpet shaped Morning Glory-like blooms

Once established it’s hard to eliminate as it will have wrapped itself all around other plants. Small pieces of roots can re-grow too.

Catnip: (Mentha cataria) Annual

Not really weed per se, but can be a frequent volunteer which can become weed-like in the wrong situation

It is a short lived perennial that reseeds but does not run!

Easily controlled and identified but it’s distinctive smell and square stems (which all mints exhibit)

Chickweed: (Stellaria media) Annual

This weed is very low growing and as such will not really bother Daylilies and Iris much.

It is kind of unsightly running rampantly over open ground. Easy to remove as it

just pulls up nicely. It tolerates cool temperatures well and produces thousands of seeds

early control is important to keep it from spreading via seeds.

Potentilla or Cinquefoil: perennial

is easily identified by it’s five part leaf. Growing up to 2 feet tall it

Grows from seed and is slow to multiply compared to many weeds. It has a somewhat

attractive yellow flower and as such might be left ialone in the right spot.

Read more: Getting to the Coir of the Matter – FineGardening

   Dandelion (Taraxacum) perennial

is probably the best known weed around. While not particularly invasive, it’s persistence and it’s resilience make it a real problem plant.

Typically if the crown is cut off a new plant will grow. And even flowers that are cut may end up going to seed.

Dandelion does seed in vigorously. The best approach is regular cutting of the crown until the plant wears out (or you do!).

Ground Ivy or Creeping Charlie (Glechoma hederacea) perennial

This plant is easily identified by it’s creeping habit and tiny blue flowers. As it is low it is not a major

competitoor to Daylilies and Iris. however it roots regularly from its growing nodes, so though it’s easy to pull out it can re-root from tiny pieces.

regular pulling and hoeing can help control it.

    Horsetail (Equisetum) perennial

Horsetail is a tough weed to eliminate. An ancient relic it is well adapted to survive.

It spreads by runners and seems almost impossible to eliminate without regular removal.

It can grow to 2 feet so it does interfere with the daylilies but not so much that it chokes them out.

Lambsquarters (Chenopdium album): Annual

While definately a weed growing over 5 feet tall, Lambsquarters

also know as Goosefoot and Pigweed is considered by many to be a wonderful food

According to Joan Richardson’s Wild Edible Plants of New England, “Lambsquarters

even outclasses spinach as a storehouse of protein, calcium, phosphorus, iron, vitamin C

, and great amounts of vitamin A, not to mention all the minerals pulled out of the earth

by its strong taproot. It also lacks the puckishness of spinach, although lambsquarters, too, contains oxalic acid.”

It can produce thousands and thousands of seeds so pulling before it blooms and seeds in is crucial!

Lamium (Lamium purpureum) Annual

Dead Nettle as it is called is a low growing, spreading member of the mint family.

Not too competitive with Daylilies and Iris, it will spread in quite vigorously.

the best approach is regular pulling of the plants.

Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) Perennial

Mugwort is one of the most pernicious weeds there is! It is a strong spreader that spreads via underground runners.

Tiny pieces of root will regrow and spread quickly. Easily identified by it’s characteristic Marigold smell and silvery undersides, Mugwort is best controlled by constant pulling or ideally smothering with some sort of impermeable material. Grwinf to 3 feet it will grow in amongst your Daylilies and be very hard to eradicate.

Nutsedge (Juncus) Perennial

Nutsedge is another one of those horrible spreading weeds. Growing to 3 feet tall and spreading by tubers, Nutsedge is very difficult to eradicate.

The best approach we have found is to smother it with plastic or some other weed barrier. Easily recognized by it’s 3 sided shape (Sedges have edges)

Pulling will make you feel better but won’t eliminate it.

Evening Primrose: (Oenothera biennis) biennial

Evening Primrose is a biennial weed that grows up to 4 feet tall.

Large and imposing it can compete with Daylilies and Iris a bit

but it is not a rampant grower and as such is relatively easy to live with. Cutting it at the crown will kill it too.

It might be worth leaving as it seems to be a Japanese Beetle magnet drawing them away from other plants.

Creeping Sorrel (Oxalis): Perennial

Sorrell is sometimes called Lemon Grass and is a favorite of kids to munch on because of it’s lemony taste.

Small and not too invasive it is easy to pull but seems to pop up everywhere!

Tip: Using smell is a good way to help identify certain weeds/plants. Catnip, Lamium, Mugwort and Mints all have very distinctive smells

Purslane (Portulaca):Annual

While considered a weed, Purslane is not a bad plant, just misunderstood. It only appears in late summer here in Vermont.

Purslane thrives in hot dry conditions. Very low growing, it is never a problem for Daylilies and Iris.

Purslane is considered good eating and very good for you.

From Mother Earth News

“Purslane may be a common plant, but it is uncommonly good for you.

It tops the list of plants high in vitamin E and an essential omega-3

fatty acid called alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). Purslane provides

six times more vitamin E than spinach and seven times more beta carotene

than carrots. It’s also rich in vitamin C, magnesium, riboflavin, potassium and phosphorus.”

Probably just letting it be is the best approach.

Read more: Cat Deterrents for Gardens | Garden Advice – The RSPB

Queen Annes Lace: (Daucus carrota) biennial

Queen Annes Lace is not considered a weed by many. It has wonderful weed airy flowers.

The ancestor of the Carrot, Queen Annes Lace has a deep taproot. Cutting the taproot should control it.

Not too rambunctious we almost always leave Queen Annes Lace be to grow.

Red Clover (Trifolium pratense) perennial

Red Clover is not really a weed. Clovers help add nitrogen to the soil and are excellent bee forage.

But lets face it if it’s growing in the wrong place it’s a weed. Cutting at the crown will control it.

Growing to almost 2 feet tall it could compete with Daylilies and Iris but it is usually not too

overbearing and as such we leave it when we can.

White Clover: (Trifolium pratense) perennial

White Clover is the smaller cousin of Red Clover. We have it in all our lawns and love it!

As a Clover it also adds nitrogen to the soil. Low growing to not compete with Daylilies and Iris we

leave it be most of the time.

Annual Black Eyed Susan: (Rudbeckia annua) annual

Annual Black Eyed Susan is not really a weed either but sometimes it’s in the wrong

place. Easily identified by it’s hairy leaves it starts as a low rosette and then grows to about 2 feet in hieght.

Easily controlled by cutting the crown. In fact trying to transplant it in bloom is a surefire way to kill it!

Smartweed; (Polygonum) Annual

Sometimes called Mile A Minute plant! This low growing weed can really spread and seeds in like crazy.

Pulling the plants early and often is the best approach. Thier shallow root system makes them easy to pull.

Velvet Leaf: (Abutilon theophrasti) Annual

Velvet leaf is an invader from from India! Growing up to 5 feet tall.

It’s characteristic velvety leaves make it easy to identify. Persistent and tall we always pull it out

as it will grow taller than the Daylilies and Iris. The seed capsule are fascinating, with a gear like appearance.

Vetch: (Vicia sativa) perennial

Another legume Vetch will also add Nitrogen to the soil. not really a too terrible weed in our experience,

but because it’s a creeper and climber it’s not much fun finding it growing all over your Daylilies and Iris.

Easily pulled from the tops, Vetch will come back but not particularly strongly.

Violet (Viola odorata) Perennial

Definitely not a weed in our opinion, Violets our low growing with wonderful blue-violet or white flowers.

At least when one is assessing ones flower garden, it’s nice to recognize this as a good “weed”

Wild Lettuce: (Lactuca serriola) Annual

Growing to over 5 feet tall, this weed while not particularly invasive is large and imposing.

Cutting the crown before it seeds is the key to easy control.

Quackgrass or Creeping Quackgrass: (Agropyron repens) perennial

We’ve saved the worst for last. Quackgrass is a horrible pernicious weed that runs like crazy.

We have found it growing right through Daylily roots. Constant pulling of the plants and roots is the best control. We’ve found heavily mulched beds make pulling the Quackgrass much easier.

In conclusion:

Nature abhors a vacuum.

Allowing certain low growing weeds to remain can be beneficial as these plants will occupy space and act as a green mulch, helping to prevent certain other less desirable /more invasive weeds from growing.

Source: https://livingcorner.com.au Category: Garden

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Morning Glories

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Morning Glories

Morning glories are annual climbers with slender stems, heart-shaped leaves, and trumpet-shaped flowers of pink, purple-blue, magenta, or white. They have beautifully-shaped buds that unfurl in the sunlight and romantic tendrils that give old-fashioned charm.

Train morning glories over a pergola or archway, or use as a dense groundcover. The vine grows quickly–up to 15 feet in one season–and can self-seed fairly easily, too. Therefore, choose where you put this plant wisely!

Morning glories are drought-tolerant and bud from early summertime to the first frost. Their big, fragrant, colorful blooms are known to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Note: Morning glory seeds are poisonous, especially in large quantities. Keep them out of reach of children and pets. Learn more.

Is it Morning Glory or Bindweed?

Annual morning glories( Ipomoea spp .) are often mistaken for their perennial cousin, field bindweed( Convolvulus arvensis ), which is an aggressive, invasive weed native to Europe and Asia. Field bindweed–also called “perennial morning glory” or “creeping jenny”–grows similarly to annual morning glories, but sends out deep, deep roots, which make it very difficult to get rid of and allow it to overwinter in areas where cultivated morning glories could not.

To tell the difference between the plants, look at the leaves, flowers, and vines :P TAGEND Field bindweed leaves are typically smaller than those of annual morning glories. Morning glory leaves may be 2 inches or more across; bindweed foliages rarely exceed 2 inches. Bindweed leaves are also shaped more like an arrowhead than those of morning glories, which are heart shaped. Field bindweed flowers merely occur in either pink or white, whereas annual morning glory flowers may be pink, white, magenta, blue, purple, or red, and are much larger than those of the bindweed. Morning glory vines are usually thicker than bindweed’s vines, and may have small hairs.

Planting

Planting Morning Glories Grow morning glories in a sunny site. They need a lot of sun to bloom their best! Plant in reasonably fertile, well-drained soil. Choice a site that is sheltered from cold or drying gusts. Sow morning glory seeds in late spring or early summer, once the ground has warmed to about 64 degF( 18 degC ). Germination rates are improved by filing down the seeds just enough to break the coat, then soaking them for 24 hours before planting. This encourages them to send out a root.( They look like little worms .) Cover lightly with 1/4 -inch of soil. Space about 6 inches apart. Water exhaustively at planting.

Care

Growing Morning Glories Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer after planting. Do not overfertilize, or the vine may grow more foliage than flowers. Support climbers and trailing species with structures like trellises, pergolas, or arches. Morning glories are low-maintenance; merely be sure to water during dry periods. Mulch to retain moisture and avoid weeds. If you don’t want the plant to reseed itself, be sure to snip off old flowers before they turn into seedpods.

Pests/ Diseases

Pests:

Aphids Leaf miner Spider mites Caterpillars( leaf cutters)

Disease/ Fungus:

Rust Fungal foliage places Fusarium Wilt

Critters:

Deer can be a nuisance

Recommended Varieties

‘ Heavenly Blue’ are the classic morning glories with the rich azure( blue) blooms with white throats. It climbs to 12 feet. ‘Scarlett O’Hara’ has bright red blooms with a white throat. It climbs to 15 feet. Read more about recommended morning glory varieties.

‘Heavenly Blue’ morning glory. Photo by Heike Loechel/ Wikimedia Commons.

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Closing edicts by Elizabeth Licata

This provided a long-lasting accent in a dull area.

Lessons learned from the 2017 gardening season (so far):

Never again:

Morning glory (convolvulus): The central mission of this (gorgeous) blue cultivar seemed to be to envelope every plant within its reach, while making sure to release as few flowers as possible in the process. The blooms, when they arrived, were too few and far between to overcome my disgust with the plant, which by then had enveloped most of a rose bush. I should have known when it was advertised as a “lovely ground cover for difficult areas.” I suppose many of you will think I should have known, period.

Black-eyed Susan vine (thunbergia): The orange cultivar I had was a star performer in trials, but, again, total domination without flowers was the motto. It got plenty of sun, too. I think I counted 2 flowers as of yesterday. And it’s a real pain to unwind from its host plants. (I like to encourage climbers to grow amid roses and other shrubby plants, but not without floral interest.)

These branches will go, but most of the trunk will remain, if possible.

Old, faltering maple: Sadly, this year is the end for a tree that has delighted visitors to the garden for decades. And we let it go too long. Now, its partial removal (leaving a lot of it standing) will mean cutting out part of a fence and using a lot of equipment.

More, please!

Tulipa ‘Akebono’: Here’s the perfect alternative to too-heavy double tulips. It’s semidouble, stands up well, and has gorgeous red striations and green sepals. Really a fascinating tulip, and I thought I’d seen them all.

Lobularia: This has been going strong since early May; it now nearly covers the fountain its supposed to encircle (a good thing) and has a lovely honey scent. Many who see this think it’s allysum; it’s so much better.

Plumbago: I bought this on impulse and tucked it in a shady corner. It should have sulked but performed with regularity. Worth buying every year.

Athyrium ‘Ghost”: Best fern ever. Forget the Painted (one of its parents), which just kind of lies there. This is upright, sculptural, and a pretty silver.

And there’s more, but a lot of it is too embarrassing to confess.

Closing edicts originally appeared on Garden Rant on October 10, 2017.

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Closing edicts by Elizabeth Licata

This provided a long-lasting accent in a dull area.

Lessons learned from the 2017 gardening season (so far):

Never again:

Morning glory (convolvulus): The central mission of this (gorgeous) blue cultivar seemed to be to envelope every plant within its reach, while making sure to release as few flowers as possible in the process. The blooms, when they arrived, were too few and far between to overcome my disgust with the plant, which by then had enveloped most of a rose bush. I should have known when it was advertised as a “lovely ground cover for difficult areas.” I suppose many of you will think I should have known, period.

Black-eyed Susan vine (thunbergia): The orange cultivar I had was a star performer in trials, but, again, total domination without flowers was the motto. It got plenty of sun, too. I think I counted 2 flowers as of yesterday. And it’s a real pain to unwind from its host plants. (I like to encourage climbers to grow amid roses and other shrubby plants, but not without floral interest.)

These branches will go, but most of the trunk will remain, if possible.

Old, faltering maple: Sadly, this year is the end for a tree that has delighted visitors to the garden for decades. And we let it go too long. Now, its partial removal (leaving a lot of it standing) will mean cutting out part of a fence and using a lot of equipment.

More, please!

Tulipa ‘Akebono’: Here’s the perfect alternative to too-heavy double tulips. It’s semidouble, stands up well, and has gorgeous red striations and green sepals. Really a fascinating tulip, and I thought I’d seen them all.

Lobularia: This has been going strong since early May; it now nearly covers the fountain its supposed to encircle (a good thing) and has a lovely honey scent. Many who see this think it’s allysum; it’s so much better.

Plumbago: I bought this on impulse and tucked it in a shady corner. It should have sulked but performed with regularity. Worth buying every year.

Athyrium ‘Ghost”: Best fern ever. Forget the Painted (one of its parents), which just kind of lies there. This is upright, sculptural, and a pretty silver.

And there’s more, but a lot of it is too embarrassing to confess.

Closing edicts originally appeared on Garden Rant on October 10, 2017.

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Morning Glory

Did you know? The stunning Blue Sunrise Bloom (Ipomoea indica), otherwise called Ipomea learii, a South American lasting morning radiance may create 60,000 blossoms at the rate of 300 every day.

morning-eminence 5The Morning-Magnificence, in the family Convolvulaceae, contains no less than 50 genera and more than 1000 species. Morning-Radiance blooms are one of the best blossoms to design our wall and dividers.

As the name goes, morning grandness blossoms are vines, which are saucer-molded, opening at morning time.

Kingdom

Plantae

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Request

Solanales

Family

Convolvulaceae

Sort

Ipomoea

Types of morning glories are local of tropical America. Morning Glories are additionally present in Asia in spite of the fact that they likewise develop in subtropical and mild locales.

Morning transcendence is the normal name for various types of blooming plants in the family the Convolvulaceae, having a place with the accompanying genera: Calystegia, Convolvulus, Ipomoea, Merremia and Rivea.

Morning glories have a place with an alternate genera with marginally extraordinary botanical, foods grown from the ground qualities yet throughout the Morning Glories deliver run of the mill channel formed blooms in white, red, blue, purple and yellow.

The Morning Wonderfulness blossoms frequently indicate marks where the corolla is conveniently collapsed or moved up in the bud. The Morning brilliance blossoms begin to blur 2 hours before the petals begin demonstrating an obvious twisting.

Morning Glories incline toward a full sun for the duration of the day. Morning Magnificence blooms can be as much as 8 creeps crosswise over albeit most are around 4 inches.

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Certainties about Morning Eminence

Morning transcendence vines achieve a tallness of 10 feet or more.

Morning Glories have rich green foliage.

Some Morning glories are astounding seed voyagers.

Morning brilliance leaves are heart-formed, 4 - 5 inches long.

In numerous species the morning magnificence seeds contain d-lysergic corrosive amide, ergoline alkaloids also called LSA, which are noxious in nature.

Morning glories create round seed units in bunches swinging from their vines.

At the point when the Morning grandness seeds develop the cases turn papery dark colored and turn out to be hard.

The develop Morning greatness seeds are dim dark colored to matte-dark and wedge molded.

The Morning transcendence seeds are estimated between 1/8" and 1/4" long.

Growing a Morning Transcendence

Before sowing the seed, scratch the morning transcendence seed with a document to enable it to retain water and develop all the more rapidly, or absorb overnight lukewarm water to mollify their jackets.

Morning Magnificence ought to be planted in full sun.

Soil for the Morning Greatness plant ought not be excessively prolific or clammy.

Sow the seeds 1/2 inch profound, 8 to 12 inches separated, and give a support of twine.

Give 3-inch peat pots four to a month and a half before the last ice is expected.

Morning Glories don't survive transplanting.

Tending to Morning Glories

Give a decent emotionally supportive network to the forthcoming vine.

Morning glories are top picks of sun, so don't overwater them.

Morning glories are phenomenal reseeders so once you plant them, there is no compelling reason to replant them.

To lessen their reseeding capacity evacuate all the dead vines after they are slaughtered by ice.

The Moonflower (Ipomea alba) is a prevalent fragrant assortment of morning glories which opens at night with a sweet scent and keeps going during that time until the point when touched by the morning sun. The Moon blossom is truly the best decision for any individual who adores evening cultivating.

Additionally observe some different Blossoms

Rose Flower Daisy Flowers Iris

Jasmine Tiger Lilies Lily Blossom

Marigold Cosmos Flowers Larkspur Blossom

Peony Flower Sampaguita Daffodils

Lisianthus Agapanthus Gladiolus

Carnations Tulips Summer Blossoms

Fascinating Flowers Tropical Flowers Spring Blooms

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What are some good "I'm sorry" flowers?

Hello Nonny :)!

I know you are asking for flower meanings and you’ll get them, you’ll get a lot of them, but I would like to preface this list with that someone’s favourite flower or in any case a thoughtfully picked bouquet (in their favourite colour maybe) is also always a good idea for an apology.

For a character who barely knows anything about the person they’re apologising to or the meaning of flowers an attempt of being thoughtful is a good alternative. Florists often don’t know these meanings, but we do know that nevermind the meaning if someone adores a flower it’s instantly an awesome present. An apology bouquet/arrangement that your character can stand a 100% behind will have an indefinitely higher success rate even if it’s nothing fancy.

Alright, let’s go! I don’t know what they’re trying to apologise for or how they want to convey it, so I’ll try to cover as much ground as possible. Also, I hope we’re not talking a 9 on an alphabetical scale! (If anyone has the original on hand, a link would be appreciated too.)

Achillea - state of war

Allium - patience, unity, humility

Aloe - sorrow, grief

Anemone - fragile, anticipation

Arbor vitae - true friendship (a hopeful wish?)

Aspen tree - lamentation

Asphodel - my regrets follow you to the grave

Bindweed (small and or white) - humility

Bittersweet nightshade - truth

Blue bell - constancy, sorrowful regret but also humility, constancy, gratitude

Broom - humility (but also neatness and adour)

Camellia - my destiny is in your hands, but also modest merit

Caramine - paternal error (could be taken as a form of acknowledgement of it)

Carnation (red) - my heart breaks

Chervil - sincerity

Chestnut - justice, do me justice (could be used in combination with expected retribution, or when a character would think only a penalty makes their apology mean something)

Chrysanthemum (white) - truth

Cinquefoil - maternal affection, beloved daughter (have them combine it with caramine)

Gum cistus - I shall die tomorrow (for the overly dramatic character)

Clove - dignity (an acknowledgement or dignity or to say they’re trying to preserve it here)

Columbine - folly, desertation, I cannot give thee up

Columbine (red) - anxious and trembling (as in one meaning, not two)

Convolvulus - uncertainty, bonds

Convolvulus major - extinguished hopes

Crab-apple blossom - ill-tempered

Currant - thy frown will kill me

Daisy - innocence (are they innocent though? meaning has to handled with care)

Dock - patience (they could signify their own and their will to wait things to get better or the acceptance of the apology etc.)

Elm - dignity (see previous)

Eschscholzia (esch-schol-zia) - do not refuse me (risky, but good for characters stubborn as a mule)

Everlasting - perpetual or never-ceasing remembrance (of what? you will have to choose for yourself, your muse sure will know)

Fern - sincerity, confidence

Filbert - reconciliation

Fly orchis - error

Fool’s parsley - silliness

Freesia - lasting friendship, innocence, trust

Fritillary (chequered) - persecution (as in being haunted by something in this case or maybe they’re apologising for persecution who am I to judge)

Geranium - true friend, stupidity, folly (all at once)

Geranium (clouded or dark) - melancholy

Geranium (horse-shoe leaf) - stupidity

Geranium (fish) - disappointed expectation

Geranium (scarlet) - folly, comforting, stupidity

Gladiolus - you pierce my heart, generosity, I’m sincere, flower of the gladiators

Greek valerian - rupture

Hairbell - submission, grief, humility

Hawthorn - hope

Hazel - peace, reconciliation

Heart’s ease (purple) - you occupy my thoughts

Henbane - imperfection, fault

Honeysuckle (coral) - the colour of my fate)

Hyacinth (purple) - sorrowful, please forgive me

Ice plant - your looks freeze me

Iris - faith, thank you for your friendship (wishful thinking of theirs in hope it comes true?)

Carolina jasmine - separation

Lalic (field, like an actual field of lilacs) - humility

Lint - I feel my obligations

Lote tree - concord (a wish for such in this case)

Lotus leaf - recantation (of your character’s previously spoken words for example)

Marianthus - hope for better days

Marvel of Peru - timidity

Olive - peace

Fly ophrys - mistake

Osier - frankness

Peony - shame bashfulness, anger

Persicaria - restoration

Pomegranate - foolishness

Rose (deep red) - bashful shame

Rose (white and red) - unity

Snowdrop - friendship in trouble, consolation, hope

Straw (a single, broken) - rupture of a contract, dissension, broken agreement

Tamarisk - crime, guilty

Verbena (pink) - family union (wished for maybe?)

Violet (white) - candour, let’s take a chance

Volkameria - may you be happy

Wild-service - harmony

Willow (creeping) - love forsaken

Withy - frankness

For an accepted apology a sultan lilac (”I forgive you”) in combination with white tulips (”forgiveness”) would go well.

As you can see Nonny the list is quite long, and I’ve only covered the basics. if they need to apologise for a certain behaviour or certain circumstances, it would help if you let us know more details so we can try to give a more precise answer. However, I do hope the above was helpful to you and your writing.

- Mod Jana

Disclaimer: This is intended as writing advice only. We are not responsible for incorrect messages received by the interpretation of flower language in real life.