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| Blue Mistflower (Conoclinium coelestinum) leaves |
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| Blue Mistflower (Conoclinium coelestinum) |
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| Blue Mistflower (Conoclinium coelestinum) |
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| Blue Mistflower (Conoclinium coelestinum) |
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| Blue Mistflower (Conoclinium coelestinum) |
Friday, September 26, 2014
Blue Mistflower (Conoclinium coelestinum)
My son and I saw this in our neighborhood on one of our walks to the weedy spot to photograph other wildflowers. The lot these were planted on is really grown up now and nothing like it once looked like. Sad but many don't have the time or interest in lovely yards where I am these days. Blue Mistflower is native to Eastern North America. It's said to be a quick spreader and one for attracting bees and butterflies. It's also an important food source for caterpillars. I can find no information stating it to be edible or medicinal. It's listed as not toxic to dogs so this would probably be the case for humans also. I read that not many mammals eat this plant because of it's bitter taste and the USDA says not palatable to humans. Maybe that's because of the bitterness. I will just leave it as more information needed. Glad to know a Creator who has all the answers. I now see His creation in a new light. I discover more every day.Take time to discover His creation where you are. You might be surprised at what you discover.
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Amen!
ReplyDeleteSo this is a very medicinal plant. The leaves boiled into a tea help with viruses, phlegm build up, relieve menstrual cramps, and relieves anxiety. It is a very potent herb and is widely used in Native and Mexican cultures. It attracts other pollinators as well so it's a great addition to a wild flower or herb garden. She does however spread rapidly so it should be watched and cultivated accordingly.
ReplyDelete(Of course the USDA doesn't recommend use because it's not governed)