#21340 Reishi sawdust spawn mushrooms, Ganoderma lucidum - Prized for centuries for it's medicinal properties the Reishi has been found to have anti-tumor and immune stimulating properties; beautiful, reddish conk that is prepared by grinding it into a powder and used for tea; kit can be fruited indoors (about 3 month production) or outdoors (production 2 summers)

Kit= $26.00 ground shipping included

Dried Reishi mushrooms= $2.50 an ounce

#21350 Shitake sawdust spawn mushrooms, Lentinula edodes - Perhaps the most delicious of all the edible medicinal mushrooms; said to reduce blood pressure, lower cholesterol levels, stimulate the immune system, anti-tumor properties; can be fruited indoors by simply soaking the kit overnight and misting the emerging mushrooms several times daily, three to four flushes can be obtained from one kit over a 3 month period

Kit = $26.00 ground shipping included

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#20010 Abutilon theophrasti, dong kui zi,velvet leaf, Malvaceae -A lovely delicate looking annual with oval light green leaves and yellow flowers; it can become invasive so remove seed heads; grows to 2' in poor soil with full sun, said to promote urination, increases lactation

Plant = $3.25

Seed = $3.00

#21190 Achillea sibirica, shi cao, alpine yarrow, Compositae - Collection original from China, this fleshy leafed perennial has been slow to grow but well worth the wait; white blooms are small and delicate and flower in summer; above ground part of plant is said to be used as an anti-fungal and reduces inflammation, relieve/reduces toxins, eases pain, recently used in Kunming, China to treat injured people after an earthquake.

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Plant = $5.00

Seed = $3.00

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#20020 Achillea wilsoniana, tu yi zhi hao, yarrow, Compositae/Asteraceae - Originally collected in Western China this compact perennial stands 3- 4'; feathery leaves with delicate white flowers bloom in summer, grows in well-drained soil in full sun; stalks are used in consulting the I Ching, said to be used medically for colds, menstrual and menopausal complaints, externally for wounds. Prolonged use may cause allergic rashes, also listed as poisonous.

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Plant = $4.00

Seed = $3.00

#20030 Achyranthes bidentata, huai niu xi, Ox knee, Amaranthaceae - This tender perennial can be found growing in disturbed areas such as paths/roads and fields in rich sandy soil in full sun, grows 3' with velvety leaves up to 5" long, inconspicuous flowers open on spikes; first described in Chinese texts in 200 AD; roots, leaves and stems are said to be used to invigorate blood, benefit joints, sore throats, hypertension, traumatic injury and rheumatic pain, roots are used externally for injuries and internally for nourishing the liver and kidneys

Plant = $3.50

Seed = $3.00

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#21110 Adenophora tracheloides, purple bell flower, Campanulaceae -Native to West China this handsome perennial has an erect stem and purple-blue cup-shaped flowers that bloom in late summer; grow in rich, well drained soil in sun, likes to be moist; remove seed heads to keep from becoming invasive; elegant along a border and hardy to Zone 4. Gan jie geng or sweet jie geng, is cold and used to moisten lungs, clear heat and relieve fire toxicity.

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Plant = $5.00

#20040 Agastache rugosa, bei huo xiang, Korean mint, Lamiaceae/Labiatae - Aromatic plant that attracts honey bees and butterflies, grow in well- drained soil in sun, does not like to stay too dry. I grow it as an annual but in some places like San Francisco and Chengdu, China it is a long- lived perennial; stalk-like purple flowers bloom in summer, height 3- 4'; leaves and stems are said to improve appetite and relieve nausea, antibacterial .

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Plant = $4.25

Seed = $3.00

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#21330 Agrimonia pilosa, xian he cao, hairy agrimony, Rosaceae - Tough, upright perennial with downy leaves and stems, lightly scented yellow flowers bloom in summer; grows 20" in well-drained soil in sun and will tolerate dry conditions; harvested just before the flowers bloom the whole plant is said to be used for stomach problems, dysentery and due to its high content of vitamin K is used to control bleeding.

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Plant = $5.00

Seed = $3.00

#20050 Allium tuberosum, jiu zi, Chinese chives, Liliaceae - Delightful and delicate looking perennial; grow in rich, well-drained soil in sun, umbels of sweet-scented shoots, small white star shaped flowers appear in late summer; chopped leaves and flowers are added to salads, stir frys, omelets, light garlic flavor, seeds are said to improve kidney function.

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Plant = $3.50

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#20060 Aloe vera, lu hui, Aloe, Liliaceae/Aloeaceae - An all time favorite! Grow this tender perennial in well-drained sandy soil in part shade and allow to dry between watering; said to act as a purgative, promotes bile flow, heals wounds and burns, antifungal, stops bleeding, sedative.

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 Plant = $3.00

 #21120 Alpina katsumadai, tsao tou kou, Katsumada's galangal, Zingiberaceae - First recorded in Ming i pieh lu as a superior herb; this rhizomatous tropical perennial has erect stems and long linear leaves, large fragrant flowers are waxy white; grow in rich, well drained soil indoors or in Zone 11; dried mature seeds are said to strengthen spleen, warm stomach and control vomiting

 Plant = $7.00

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#20070 Angelica dahurica, bai zhi, angelica root, Umbelliferae - Perennial with umbrella shaped leaves that reach 4' on a hollow stem;grow in rich moist soil in sun or part shade; small delicate white flowers bloom in summer, attracts many beneficial insects; roots are said to open up nasal passages, headaches, toothaches, alleviates pain, reduces swelling and expels pus.

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 Plant = $4.50

Seed = $3.00

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#21540 Angelica polymorpha, guai qin, turn celery, Umbelliferae - Large lacy oval perennial with purple tinged stems and wide graceful leaves, purple tinged white flowers bloom in summer; grow in well drained soil in sun or part shade, root is acrid/spicy, warm, moves qi and stops pain, warms digestive organs.

Plant = $5.50

#21310 Angelica pubescens, du huo, pubescent angelica root, Umbelliferae -Known as Riben du huo or Japanese du huo this plant grows in Sichuan, China; large tri-lobed leaves grow on 7' stalks, white flowers bloom in summer; grow in rich soil in part shade to shade; roots are said to be used to dispel wind-dampness and alleviates pain, wind-cold-damp painful obstruction in lower back and legs.

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Plant = $5.00

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#20860 Arctium lappa, niu bang zi, great burdock, Compositae - Vigorous biennial grows naturally on roadsides but is also cultivated for culinary uses as well as medicinal; large alternate leaves on an erect stem grow 5' in moist, neutral soil in sun or part shade; young leaves are cleaned and cooked like celery, roots are eaten raw, cooked or in stir frys, seed is said to be used for the common cold, cough, headache, sore throat

Plant = $3.50

Seed = $3.00 

#21010 Aristolochia trilobata, Dutchman's pipe, Aristolochiacea -Tropical evergreen twiner has dark green trilobed ovate leaves with light green and brown pitcher shaped flowers; grows in rich well- drained soil in sun in Zone 10-11 or in a tropical greenhouse, A. debilis and A. contorta are used in Chinese medicine.

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Plant = $4.50

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#20080 Artemisia annua, qing hao, sweet annie, Compositae/Asteraceae -The fragrance of this herb makes it a favorite; grow in well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soil in sun, fast growing giant annual with tiny yellow flowers and feathery leaves; whole plant is said to be antibacterial and destroys malarial parasites, lowers fevers, checks bleeding.

Plant = $3.00

Seed = $3.00

#20990 Artemisia argyi, ai ye, mugwort leaf, Compositae/Asteraceae -Original plant material is from Guangxi, China; the scalloped leaves of this plant have a lighter green shade with small flowers that bloom in late summer, grows 4-6' in well-drained soil; in traditional Chinese medicine this species is the main material used to make moxa which is burned briefly over the skin to warm acupuncture points.

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Plant = $5.25

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#21180 Artemisia gmelinii, Compositae - Unique hardy perennial with soft looking, fragrant, green-gray leaves; unlike most artemisia sp. it stays confined to the original planted area and can be shaped into a shrub; grow in well drained soil in sun or part shade.

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Plant = $4.50

#20980 Artemisia princeps, kui hao or wu yue ai, artemisia, Compositae/Asteraceae Perennial plant collected in Japan; grows 3-4' in well-drained soil in sun, leaves are scalloped and light green, small flowers bloom in summer; it is used as a substitute for A. argyi and is said to clear toxins, reduces swelling, stops bleeding, warms channels, dries dampness

Plant = $4.00

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#20100 Artemisia selengensis, luo hao, wormwood,Compositae/Asteraceae -Tall perennial stands 4-6'; grow in well-drained soil in sun;has delicate light green leaves, small flowers appear in late summer; the whole herb is said to be bitter, spicy, warm; lowers rising qi, opens channels and blockages with pain caused by fullness, post-partum illness, jaundice, internal injury with bleeding, external injuries, blood stasis with painful swelling .

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Plant = $3.50

#20110 Artemisia vulgaris, bei ai, Northern Ai Ye, Compositae - Bushy perennial that grows 4-5' in well-drained soil in sun, red-purple stems with dark green leaves, small red-brown flowers bloom in late summer; in traditional Chinese medicine this species is considered secondary after A. argyi; may be substituted and said to be used to warm acupuncture points, aromatic

Plant = $4.00

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#20120 Aster tataricus, zi wan, Tatarian aster, Compositae/Asteraceae - Tall perennial with large oblong leaves grows 5-6' in moist soil in sun or part shade, purple to blue daisy-like flowers bloom in late summer and fall, first mentioned in Chinese medical journals in AD 200; roots are said to help clear up infection, expectorant herb for the bronchial system.

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Plant = $4.50

#20130 Astragalus complanatus, sha yuan ji li, flattened milkvetch seed, Leguminosae - Original seed is from IMPLAD in Beijing; a hardy perennial that grows in well-drained sandy soil in sun; yellow pea flowers bloom in summer followed by long pods, height 10-16"; seeds are said to tonify liver and kidneys, brighten eyes, fortify yang and benefit essence.

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Plant = $5.00

Seed = $3.00

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#20140 Astragalus membranaceus, huang qi, milk vetch root, Leguminosae - Important ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine, this perennial grows in well-drained sandy soil in sun; harvest spring or fall when plants are 4 yrs. or older; yellow pea blooms appear in early summer followed by long pods up to 6", height and size 10-16 in.; roots are said to supplement qi of the digestive system and lungs, tonify the protective qi which can be thought of as comparable to the western idea of the humoral immune system and may help a person's resistance to external infections being "caught".

Plant = $5.25

#21370 Banisteriopsis caapi, soul vine/ayahuasca, Malpighiaceae - This striking tropical vine has a long history of use and importance in various ceremonies led by tribal shamans and ayahuasqueros; liana with opposite leaves, pink but usually yellow flowers bloom in clusters; grow in rich soil in part shade; in the Amazon region it is used as a cure all for many kinds of medical problems including as a laxative and emetic.

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Plant = $35.00

#20150 Belamcanda chinensis, she gan, blackberry lily, Iridaceae - Beautiful perennial with branched stems that reach a height of 2-4', blooms are tiger spotted and star-shaped in a deep orange-red followed by shiny black seeds; grow in well-drained, sandy humus-rich soil in full sun, rhizomes are said to soothe throat coughs with chest distress, as a poultice for twisted ankles and some types of skin ailments .

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Plant = $4.25

Seed = $3.00

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#21400 Bletilla striata, bai ji, Hyachinth orchid, Orchidaceae- Terrestrial orchid with leafy stems growing from tuberous rhizomes, light lavender flowers lined by deep purple ridges. Hardy to Zone 6 with protection. Rhizomes are said to restrain leakage of blood, stops bleeding, especially useful for non-healing ulcers.

Plant = $8.00

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#20170 Brucea javanica, ya dan zi, kusam seeds, Simarubaceae - Tender evergreen deciduous shrub with velvety branches that are poisonous; original seeds come from Guangxi B.G., grow in well- drained soil in sun or part shade, minimum 56-64 degrees, small purple 4-petaled flowers appear in summer, first recorded in Chinese medicine in AD 720; seeds are said to lower fever, effective against a wide range of pathogens, amebic dysentery, externally for warts and corns, seldom seen in cultivation; limited supply.

Plant = $12.50

#20180 Bupleurum chinense, chai hu, sickle-leaved hare's ear,Umbelliferae/Apiaceae - Slender perennial herb; glabrous and yellowish in overall color, leaves alternate; original seed from IMPLAD; grow in well-drained soil in full sun, tiny yellow flowers bloom July-October; root is said to be used internally for malaria, fever, abdominal bloating, common and major use is to help the flow of qi when there is liver qi stagnation and to help the gall bladder to function better .

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Plant = $4.75

Seed = $3.00

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#20230 Capsicum annuum cul Pequin, Chili pequin, Solanaceae - A must for the pepper lover plus it makes a great house plant; grow in well-drained soil in sun, compact pepper plant with small, fiery-hot chilies are used to season moles, sauces, stewed meats and vegetables, Pazole, barbecue sauce, hot and sour soup; USE WITH CAUTION!!!!!

Plant = $4.00

Seed = $3.00

#21130 Cassia occidentalis, huai tou, coffee senna, Leguminosae - This showy tropical plant was first recorded in Chui huang pen tsao; stems are erect and leaves are pinnate with fragrant yellow flowers; grow in a tropical greenhouse in rich, well drained soil in sun or in Zone 10-11; seed in said to used to cleans lungs, regulates stomach, disperses swelling, removes toxins, clears vision.

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Plant = $5.00

Seed = $3.00

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#21140 Cassia surattensis, scrambled eggs, Leguminosae - Elegant tall shrub or tall tree, leaflets in 6-9 pairs on angular shoots, clusters of yellow flowers bloom in fall and form flat pod containing seed: grow in rich well-drained soil in tropical greenhouse or in Zones 9-10; said to be used in the treatment of venereal disease.

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Plant = $5.00

#21070 Catha edulis, khat tree or Arabian tea, Celastraceae - Beautiful, glossy-green leathery leaves define this arid-tropical evergreen shrub or small tree, clusters of white flowers develop to form fruits on willowy branches; grow in tropical greenhouse in well- drained soil in sun or part shade indoors or in Zone 10.

Plant = $10.00

#20980 Catharanthus roseus, chang chun hua, Madagascar periwinkle, Apocynaceae - In China it is called long--lasting spring flower, an attractive, erect, compact tender perennial with smooth oval leaves and pretty flat- petaled pink flowers that bloom all summer; grows 24" in moist, well-drained soil in sun; contains over 75 alkaloids, toxic in isolation but valuable in the treatment of leukemia, especially in children; also said to be useful for high blood pressure and associated liver yang rising symptoms, calms the spirit .

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Plant = $3.75

Seed = $3.00

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#20200 Celosia argentea, qing xiang zi, celosia seed, Amaranthaceae -This compact annual has narrow leaves that stagger up the stem to form a dense, showy, pink-tipped bloom that lasts all summer into fall; grow in rich soil with plenty of moisture in full sun: fresh flowers are eaten as a vegetable in China and seeds are said to clear vision, benefits eyes, cataracts.

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Plant = $3.25

Seed = $3.00

#20210 Celosia cristata, ji guan hua, cockscomb, Amaranthaceae - Rich, dark, red-crested blooms make up the most outstanding feature of this plant, an annual, it grows in rich soil in full sun, keep slightly moist; flowers are said to treat hemorrhoids, diarrhea, bleeding, blood diseases, urinary tract infections, may be an aphrodisiac.

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Plant = $3.50

Seed = $3.00

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#20220 Centella asiatica, ji xue cao, Gotu kola, Hydrocotylaceae - Tender perennial with fan shaped green leaves; small white flowers bloom in summer; grow in rich well-drained soil in shade; in Chinese medicine it is said to be used to clear heat, drains dampness, reduces swelling, vomiting or coughing with bleeding, nose bleeds, red eyes, swollen throat, skin rashes with itching; leaves are eaten in salads, steamed with rice, in soups, and as a refreshing drink in Thailand; one of the most widely used herbs in the Ayurvedic tradition known as "Brahmi", nerve tonic that is said to promote mental calm and clarity.

Plant = $4.75

#20240 Chrysanthemum indicum, ye ju hua, chrysanthemum, Compositae - The chrysanthemum is to the East what the rose is to the West.This perennial was collected in Kunming; it has many branches and grows 10-14" in rich well-drained soil in sun, flowers are yellow and bloom in late summer; it's aromatic and said to disperse wind heat, clears vision, removes toxins, soothes liver yang.

Plant = $5.00

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#20250 Chrysanthemum morifolium, ju hua, chrysanthemum, Compositae - Also known as florist's chrysanthemum, the original plant was collected in Guangxi; grow this perennial in rich, well-drained soil in sun, branches are many and form a small bush, flowers are white and bloom in late summer; the flowers are used to make a delicious chrysanthemum tea, aromatic and said to clear liver and brighten eyes.

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Plant = $5.00

#21390 Chrysanthemum zawadskii var. latiloba, shan ye ju, mountain wild chrysanthemum, Compositae - Best described by it's distinctive gray green leaves this perennial is compact, soft purple flowers bloom in summer and fall; grow in neutral soil in sun; flowers are said to clear heat and relieves toxins, treats warm heat diseases.

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Plant = $5.00

#21030 Clematis armandii, Ranunculaceae - Native to West and So. China this plant is a vigorous evergreen climber with leathery leaves and fragrant white flowers blooming on wood from the previous year, grow in greenhouse in shade to part sun in rich well-drained soil, it is listed as hardy in Zone 7.

Plant = $7.00

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#21250 Clematis brevicaudata, iron wire/string lotus, Ranunculaceae - Duan wei tie xian lian is the plant name given to this vining, slender tender perennial with tri-lobed delicate light green leaves, clusters of flowers bloom in summer; grow in greenhouse in rich well-drained soil in sun; vine stem clears heat to benefit the urination, unblocks the breast (for lactation), helps digestion, eases constipation.

Plant = $7.00

#21020 Clerodendrum bungei, chou mu dan, stinking/smelly Moutan, Chinese tree peony,Verbenaceae Native to China this subtropic upright bush has large dark-green leaves and thin stems, fragrant clusters of pink-red flowers bloom from June - Sept., flowers turn to black seed berries, grow in rich well- drained soil in part sun; roots and leaves are used to dispel wind and eliminate dampness, relieve toxins, break up blood statis, roots are used for wind-damp joint pain, injuries from falls.

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Plant = $10.00

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#20270 Cnidium monnieri, she chuang zi, cnidium seed, Umbelliferae - Resembles Queen Ann's lace with it's soft feathery leaves; this hardy perennial grows in well-drained neutral soil in sun, small white flowers bloom in summer; seeds are said to stop itching, kill parasites, scabies and ringworm, also has the function of tonifying the kidney yang.

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Plant = $3.25

Seed = $3.00

#21080 Codonopsis pilosula, dang shen, codonopsis root, Campanulaceae - Twining perennial herb with broadly ovate leaves, bell shaped flowers are yellowish-green with violet streaks and bloom in late summer; grow in well-drained soil in part sun using a trellis or support, roots are said to tonify the qi, for poor appetite, fatigue, diarrhea, vomiting.

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Plant = $5.00

Seed - $3.00

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#20360 Commelina communis, ya zhi cao, Commelinaceae - An annual spreading plant that grows low to the ground in neutral soil in sun, it has elongated leaves and delicate deep blue flowers; the whole plant is said to be used for sore throat, edema, acute rheumatoid arthritis, considered to have anti-cancer properties.

Plant = $3.25

Seed = $3.00

#21000 Crossostephium chinense, Compositae - In Taiwan it is used as a folk medicine and called fu jung: a charming perennial with narrow gray-green leaves on a woody stem, light to brown colored flowers bloom in fall, grows in well-drained soil in sun; whole plant is said to be used as a substitute for mugwort, rheumatoid arthritis, common cold due to windcold.

Plant = $6.00

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#20280 Cymbopogon citratus, xiang mao, lemon grass, Gramineae/Poaceae - Also called fragrant grass this aromatic culinary herb grows in well- drained soil in sun, a tender perennial that is spicy and warm with cane-like stems and lemon-scented leaves, spikes of blooms appear in summer; said to dispel wind, opens channels and moves blood, colds and flu, diarrhea, headache, external injuries, leaves are used fresh or as a powder in Asian cooking with fish or meat.

Plant = $3.00

#20290 Cymbopogon nardus, citronella grass, Gramineae/Poaceae - Native to Asia, the leaves can be used for flavoring soups, cooking fish and making curries, in Sri Lanka and Java it is grown for the oil to be used as an insect repellent, a tasty tea is made from the leaves in Africa, grow this tender perennial in well-drained soil in sun, stems with spikes of blooms appear in summer.

Plant = $3.00

#21410 Cynoglossum amabile, Chinese forget-me-not, Boraginaceae - Upright bushy annual or biennial with lance shaped gray-green leaves, exquisite pure sky blue flowers bloom in summer, a garden standout.

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Plant = $4.00

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#20300 Cyperus rotundus, xiang fu, nut grass, coco grass, Cyperaceae - Important in Chinese medicine and collected from Guangxi B.G.; loves damp places and can become invasive, glabrous perennial grass grows in damp soil in sun, slender leaves up to 24", tiny purplish flowers bloom in summer followed by black nuts; rhizomes are said to be used for digestive problems and treatment of irregular menstruation.

Plant = $4.50

Seed = $3.00