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Oatstraw Avena sativa

Posted on July 11, 2012 by gailfaithedwards

OATS  Avena sativa Poaceae Mid summer here in Maine is all about harvesting grasses.  Hot, dry sunny weather means that farmers are out mowing their fields, large round bales are lining up all along the roadsides and even here at … Continue reading →

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Valerian – Valeriana officinalis

Posted on June 8, 2012 by gailfaithedwards

VALERIAN – Valeriana officinalis – VALERIANACEAE Lovely in bloom and sweetly aromatic, Valerian is a mineral-rich tonic that is exceptionally nourishing to the nervous system.   It is a powerful nervine, carminative, and acts as an antispasmodic agent as well. This herb exerts … Continue reading →

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