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Monkshood

Scientific Name: Aconitum napellus Aconite is well known for its extreme toxicity. The tuberous root is used in traditional medicine, although all parts of the plant are considered to be toxic.

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Tagged as:Plant Family: Ranunculaceae Summer Location: Bed 14 Type: Perrenial Use: Traditional

Aloe

Scientific Name: Aloe vera Wound healing, burns, laxative

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Tagged as:AR APP Pilot Plant Family: Ashphodelaceae Summer Location: Bed 6 Type: Tender/Tropical Use: Modern Medicine Use: Traditional Winter Location: Greenhouse

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