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WNY area hardy food forest
Edible Uses
2
2
Tea
1
The various herb teas that can be used in place of tea, plus the genuine article.
Colouring
1
Edible dyes
Medicinal Uses
14
14
Stimulant
1
Excites or quickens activity of the physiological processes. Faster acting than a tonic but differing from a narcotic in that it does not give a false sense of well-being.
Salve
1
Soothes and heals damaged skin.
Purgative
1
A drastic laxative.
Ophthalmic
1
Treats eye complaints.
Laxative
1
Stimulates bowel movements in a fairly gentle manner.
Haemostatic
1
Controls internal bleeding.
Galactogogue
1
Promotes the flow of milk in a nursing mother.
Expectorant
1
Clears phlegm from the chest by inducing coughing.
Emollient
1
Softens the skin.
Emetic
1
Induces vomiting.
Diuretic
1
Promotes the flow of urine.
Diaphoretic
1
Induces perspiration.
Aperient
1
A mild laxative.
Antiinflammatory
1
Reduces inflammation of joints, injuries etc.
Food Forest Uses
6
6
Hedge
2
Hedges serve as windbreaks, provide habitat for wildlife, and can yield edible fruits or nuts.
Scented Plants
1
Scented plants have aromatic properties, repelling pests and attracting beneficial insects.
Food Forest
1
A food forest is a gardening approach that mimics woodland ecosystems, using fruit and nut trees, shrubs, herbs, and vegetables.
Carbon Farming
1
Carbon farming involves practices to sequester atmospheric carbon into soil, helping combat climate change.
Attracts Wildlife
1
Certain plants are used to attract wildlife, like bees and birds, promoting biodiversity and aiding natural pest control.
Other Uses
14
14
Hedge
2
Plants that can be grown as hedges.
Wood
1
A list of the trees and shrubs that are noted for having useful wood.
Repellent
1
Plants that are said to deter but not necessarily kill various mammals, birds, insects etc.
Pipes
1
For carrying water etc.
Pioneer
1
This use case does not have a description yet.
Musical
1
Specific mention of plants used as musical instruments. Does not include the various woods that can be used for making musical instruments.
Microscope
1
Thin plant sections or transparent seed covers can be used under microscopes for educational purposes or plant studies.
Litmus
1
Used for testing whether a substance is acid or alkaline.
Insecticide
1
Kills insects.
Fungicide
1
Arrests the growth or kills fungi.
Dye
1
Many plants, such as indigo, madder, or woad, can be used to produce natural dyes for textiles.
Cosmetic
1
Plants such as aloe, rose, and chamomile are often used in natural cosmetics for their beneficial properties on skin and hair.
Compost
1
Plants used for activating compost heaps, as instant compost etc.
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