Herb Paris
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Botanical Name |
Paris quadrifoilia |
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Family |
Lily |
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Habitat |
Deciduous woods Damp woods, lime rich soil |
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Description |
Hairless perennial up to 30cm/1ft Stem: erect Leaves: in whorl around stem Flowers: May-June Four leaves at 90 degree angles Flower: yellow/green |
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Native to |
Europe, Asia |
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Constituents |
Saponins, organic acid |
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Other Notes |
Pollinated by the carrion fly Held in high esteem in witchcraft |
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Caution |
To be used by qualified herbalist only |