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Foxglove

Scientific Name: Digitalis purpurea Due to the presence of the cardiac glycoside digoxin, the leaves, flowers and seeds of this plant are all poisonous to humans and some animals and can be fatal if eaten. Typically used to treat heart failure and irregular heart rhythm.  

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Grecian Foxglove

Scientific Name: Digitalis lanata The leaves have cardiac, and diuretic properties.

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Soapwort

Scientific Name: Saponaria officinalis Soapwort helps relieve respiratory inflammation. Topically, it can be used for a variety of skin-related ailments such as acne or eczema.

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Tagged as:Pant Family: Caryophyllaceae Summer Location: Bed 11 Type: Perrenial

Yellow Foxglove

Scientific Name: Digitalis lutea The leaves have cardiac, and diuretic properties.

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Tagged as:Plant Family: Plantaginaceae Summer Location: Bed 11 Type: Perrenial Use: Pharmaceutical Use: Western Herbalism

Carnation

Scientific Name: Dianthus caraphyllus Clove-scented flowers were once used to flavor ales and wines, especially celebration cups at coronations, hence its name “carnation”.

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