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Tag: Plant Family: Aquifoliaceae

Winterberry

Scientific Name: Illex verticillata The bark has antiseptic, astringent, cathartic and tonic properties.

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Tagged as:Plant Family: Aquifoliaceae Summer Location: Hillside

Yerba Mate

Scientific Name: Ilex paraguariensis  Caffeine, stimulant

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Tagged as:Plant Family: Aquifoliaceae Summer Location: Patio Type: Tender/Tropical Use: Herbalism Use: Native American Winter Location: Greenhouse

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