Medicinal Plant Seeds For Sale In Plano

Research shows that it has the ability to raise the body's resistance to bacterial and viral infections by stimulating the immune system. They had a very wide range of applications and many of these uses have been confirmed by modern science.

It is obtained by macerating the seed in hot water. A mucilage from the seed coats is used as a fabric stiffener. Lanceolata is used frequently in tisanes and other herbal remedies.

* The common name 'arborvitae' is from Latin, 'tree of life', and is based on its association with long life and vitality in Buddhist thought in China. * A yellow dye is obtained from the young branches.

It merits consideration for cultivation in forest areas. * The Virginia snakeroot is attracting increasing interest for its medicinal virtues and as a result is becoming uncommon in the wild.

* Our previous study demonstrated that 60 % ethanol crude extract of Sambucus williamsii HANCE (SWH) improved bone mass, bone strength and bone micro-structure in both ovariectomised (OVX) rats and mice.

Aristolochic acid is said to be too toxic for clinical use. * Name verified on: 09-Mar-2004 by ARS Systematic Botanists. It also increases the cellular immunity and phagocytosis function of the phagocytic cells.

Use with caution, internal consumption can cause damage to the kidneys and uterine bleeding. * Aristolochia clematitis , (European) Birthwort , is a herbaceous plant in the Aristolochiaceae family, which is native to Europe.

* Native to Europe, naturalized in North America, tends to be very weedy. The dried root of one year old plants is the official herb, but the leaves and fruits can also be used. It also lowers the blood pressure by dilating the blood vessels.

* In their great first voyage to the New World, Christopher Columbus and his expedition were introduced to a plant whose smoke was called tobacco by the natives of Hispaniola. The dried leaves can also be used, they remain effective for 6 months after...

* Gentiana acaulis ( Stemless gentian ) is a small gentian native to central and southern Europe from Spain east to the Balkans , growing especially in mountainous regions, such as the Alps , Cevennes and the Pyrenees , at heights of 800 to 3,000 m.

Their addition to the diet aids the digestion and so they are often used in small quantities as a flavouring, especially with fatty foods. Aromatic and somewhat bitter. * The leaves can be eaten raw or cooked.

It is obtained from the flowers according to other reports. * A yellow dye is obtained from the whole plant. * This is considered a noxious weed in some areas. * Linaria vulgaris ( Common Toadflax , Yellow Toadflax , or Butter-and-eggs ) is a species...

They are often used in the treatment of certain heart complaints. * Yellowish flowers marked with rusty red, particularly on the inside; in spikes; biennial or short-lived perennial; full or part sun, dry, well-drained soil; flowering in summer; native...

* Polyphenolic compounds from raspberry seeds are efficient antioxidants. * The plant from which cultivated red raspberries were derived. * A purple to dull blue dye is obtained from the fruit.

* Native to Europe, naturalized in North America, tends to be very weedy. The dried root of one year old plants is the official herb, but the leaves and fruits can also be used. It also lowers the blood pressure by dilating the blood vessels.

* Thorns showed antibacterial activity against a Gram-positive bacterium Xanthomonas vesicatoria and a Gram-negative bacterium Bacillus subtilis. Studies in mice suggest that Gleditsia sinensis ethanolic extract could be an effective therapeutic agent...

* Light blue-green or bright to dark green needles, 3-5"; of irregular, picturesque habit, with crooked leaning branches; bark orange-red or orangish; much used for bonsai and in the landscape for its appealing form; prefers well-drained, slightly acid...

* 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".

Aristolochic acid is said to be too toxic for clinical use. * Name verified on: 09-Mar-2004 by ARS Systematic Botanists. It also increases the cellular immunity and phagocytosis function of the phagocytic cells.

A very bitter tea brewed from the roots is analgesic and is also used as a love potion. * The pulverized root is used as a poultice for headaches. * The seeds have been used as beads.

The plant is typically between 10 - 30 cm in height. * Coltsfoot is a perennial herbaceous plant that spreads by seeds and rhizomes . Thus, the flowers appear on stems with no apparent leaves, and the later appearing leaves then wither and die during...

* The tree is native in the Mediterranean region, Iran and parts of central Asia. * Flowers bloom in mid spring and are pollinated mainly by bees and insects. The seed has a strong bitter taste that, in parts of the Mediterranean, is dried, ground and...

The plant is typically between 10 - 30 cm in height. * Coltsfoot is a perennial herbaceous plant that spreads by seeds and rhizomes . Thus, the flowers appear on stems with no apparent leaves, and the later appearing leaves then wither and die during...

The leaves are up to 4 centimeters (11?2 inches) long—broader than those of most other yews—and often end in a very small, sharp point. The tree is up to 14 m (46 ft) tall and wide and bushy when cultivated.

* Oenothera biennis ( Common evening primrose or Evening star ) is a species of Oenothera native to eastern and central North America , from Newfoundland west to Alberta , southeast to Florida , and southwest to Texas , and widely naturalized elsewhere...

A tea is made from the dried leaves and roots. * The peeled roots are cut up and added to soups. * A perennial herb with 8" leaves covered with prickly hairs; flowers to 1/2", yellowish white, pink, or purplish, in summer, in nodding clusters; rather...

The red gum or manna exuding from cracks in the bark is eaten eagerly by boys. A very pleasant sweet taste. * Timber is generally pale pink to pinkish brown in colour, often with distinctive light grey streaks.