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Pictures and information on Scutellaris laterifolia, Blue Skullcap
June 19, 2006
I am trying to find information on Scutellaria laterifolia (skullcap), of the plant family "labiatea". Do you have any info or pictures? Thanks.
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Information on herbs for Northeast Ohio
May 03, 2006
Hello there, I am writing you seeking some information on Northeast Ohio's native plants. This has been rather difficult to find—specific native plants that can be used as herbs. If you could h...
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Possible medicinal uses of Spanish Moss (Tillandsia usneoides)
April 13, 2006
I recently read an article about the healing properties of Spanish Moss. It mentioned reducing bad cholesterol in the human body. What exactly are the properties in this plant that are good for you, ...
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Use of cenizo (Leucophyllum frutescens) for tea
February 20, 2006
Back in the 50's when I spent the summers with my grandmother south of Hondo, Texas, she use to pick leaves from the cenizo (purple sage) bushes, dry them and then brew them for tea. I asked one of m...
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Dumb question about prickly pear
December 23, 2005
This is probably a really dumb question but I am interested in picking the prickly pear next year when it is in season, and was wondering the best way to get all of the little stickers off of the pear...
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Odor and flavor of oils in Mints as insect repellants
December 19, 2005
I am trying to find information on "How does mint plants repel insects" It's for my grand daughter's science project. Any help will be appreciated. Thank you
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Medicinal uses of Orange jewelweed (Impatiens capensis)
August 28, 2005
What is the best way to extract the juice from the jewelweed plant? And, what can you do with it after that? I know it is considered a remedy for poison ivy and various other skin irritations. So then...
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Smarty Plants on women trying to conceive
July 10, 2005
RE: Eucalyptus. Is this bad for women trying to conceive? The smell is very powerful.
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