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No matter how deep our knowledge goes, how advanced we consider ourselves to be, nature is always one (or several) steps ahead. Our ancestors recognized and respected this undeniable truth, but unfortunately modern day society has forgotten this. Floravii sets out to help us rediscover the health benefits of the plants that surround us so that we can begin to trust nature a little more :)

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Royal Poinciana (Delonix regia)

Weston, FL

Situated in my backyard :)

Height: 30-40′

Preferred Solar Exposure: full sun

Preferred Soil Type: clay, loam, sand

Preferred Soil pH: acid, neutral, alkaline

Preferred Moisture Level: well-drained

Hardiness Zones: 10-12

Tolerance: drought

Maintenance: low

Health Value: parasitic, infections, pulmonary, fever, constipation, convulsions, catarrh, gums, kidney stones, cholera, malaria, mouth sores

Sources:

https://www.healthbenefitstimes.com/poinciana/

https://www.gardenia.net/plant/delonix-regia

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Japanese Rose (Kerria japonica)

Boston, MA

Situated on the perimeter of an entry garden on Beacon St.

Height: 8-10′

Preferred Solar Exposure: full sun, partial sun, shade 

Preferred Soil Type: chalk, clay, loam, sand

Preferred Soil pH: acid, neutral, alkaline

Preferred Moisture Level: moist but well-drained

Hardiness Zones: 4-9

Tolerance: shade, deer, dry soil, wet soil

Maintenance: medium

Health Value: cough

Sources:

http://www.naturalmedicinalherbs.net/include/searchherb.php?herbsearch=kerria+japonica+&x=0&y=0

https://www.gardenia.net/plant/kerria-japonica-pleniflora-japanese-kerria

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Japanese Holly (Ilex crenata)

Boston, MA

Situated on the perimeter of the Boston Public Garden.

Height: 3-6′

Preferred Solar Exposure: full sun, partial sun 

Preferred Soil Type: chalk, clay, loam, sand

Preferred Soil pH: acid, neutral, alkaline

Preferred Moisture Level: moist but well-drained

Hardiness Zones: 6-8

Tolerance: drought

Maintenance: low

Health Value: NA

Sources:

https://pfaf.org/user/Plant.aspx?LatinName=Ilex+crenata

https://www.gardenia.net/plant/ilex-crenata-brass-buckle

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Alder Buckthorn (Frangula alnus)

Boston, MA

Situated on the perimeter of the Boston Public Garden.

Height: 13-16′

Preferred Solar Exposure: full sun, partial sun

Preferred Soil Type: sand, loam, clay

Preferred Soil pH: acid, neutral, alkaline

Preferred Moisture Level: moist

Hardiness Zones: 3-7

Tolerance: wet soil

Maintenance: medium

Health Value: laxative, tonic, vermifuge 

Sources:

https://pfaf.org/user/Plant.aspx?LatinName=Frangula+alnus

http://www.naturalmedicinalherbs.net/include/searchherb.php?herbsearch=frangula+alnus&x=0&y=0

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Swiss Stone Pine (Pinus cembra) 

Boston, MA

Situated on the perimeter of the Boston Public Garden.

Height: 30-40′

Preferred Solar Exposure: full sun

Preferred Soil Type: sand, loam

Preferred Soil pH: acid, neutral

Preferred Moisture Level: moist but well-drained

Hardiness Zones: 4-7

Tolerance: deer

Maintenance: low

Health Value: antiseptic, diuretic, rubefacient, vermifuge

Sources:

http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=a355

https://pfaf.org/user/Plant.aspx?LatinName=Pinus+cembra

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Himalayan Birch (Betula utilis var. jacquemontii) 

Boston, MA

Situated on the perimeter of the Boston Public Garden.

Height: 30-40′

Preferred Solar Exposure: full sun, partial sun

Preferred Soil Type: chalk, clay, loam, sand

Preferred Soil pH: acid, neutral, alkaline

Preferred Moisture Level: moist but well-drained

Hardiness Zones: 4-7

Tolerance: deer

Maintenance: medium

Health Value: anti-inflammatory, treats urinary tract infections, boosts immune system, aids digestion, insomnia, skin and hair

Sources:

https://www.healthbenefitstimes.com/himalayan-birch/

https://www.gardenia.net/plant/betula-utilis-var-jacquemontii-himalayan-birch

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Weeping Willow (Salix babylonica) 

Boston, MA

Situated on the perimeter of the pond at the Boston Public Garden.

Height: 50-70′

Preferred Solar Exposure: full sun

Preferred Soil Type: clay, loam, sand

Preferred Soil pH: acid, neutral, alkaline

Preferred Moisture Level: moist but well-drained

Hardiness Zones: 4-8

Tolerance: clay soil, deer, wet soil

Maintenance: high

Health Value: joint pain, fevers, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, astringent, diaphoretic, diuretic, hypnotic, sedative, tonic.

Sources:

https://www.gardenia.net/plant/salix-alba-tristis

http://www.naturalmedicinalherbs.net/include/searchherb.php?herbsearch=salix+alba+&x=0&y=0

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Purple Beech (Fagus sylvatica)

Boston, MA

Situated on a lawn of the Boston Public Garden.

Height: 50-60′

Preferred Solar Exposure: full sun, partial sun 

Preferred Soil Type: chalk, clay, loam, sand

Preferred Soil pH: acid, neutral, alkaline

Preferred Moisture Level: moist but well-drained

Hardiness Zones: 5-7

Tolerance: deer

Maintenance: low

Health Value: antacid, antipyretic, antiseptic, antitussive, expectorant

Sources:

https://www.gardenia.net/plant/fagus-sylvatica-purpurea

http://www.naturalmedicinalherbs.net/include/searchherb.php?herbsearch=fagus+sylvatica&x=0&y=0

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European spindletree (Euonymus europaeus)

Boston, MA

Situated on the perimeter of the Boston Public Garden.

Height: 9-10′

Preferred Solar Exposure: full sun, partial sun

Preferred Soil Type: chalk, clay, loam, sand

Preferred Soil pH: acid, neutral, alkaline

Preferred Moisture Level: moist but well-drained

Hardiness Zones: 4-7

Tolerance: NA

Maintenance: low

Health Value: stimulates appetite, hepatic, laxative, tonic

Sources:

https://www.gardenia.net/plant/euonymus-europaeus-red-cascade-spindle

http://www.naturalmedicinalherbs.net/include/searchherb.php?herbsearch=euonymus+europaeus&x=0&y=0

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Guelder-rose (Viburnum opulus)

Boston, MA

Situated on the perimeter of the Boston Public Garden.

Height: 10-12′

Preferred Solar Exposure: full sun, partial sun

Preferred Soil Type: chalk, clay, loam, sand

Preferred Soil pH: acid, neutral, alkaline

Preferred Moisture Level: moist but well-drained

Hardiness Zones: 3-8

Tolerance: NA

Maintenance: low

Health Value: antispasmodic, asthma, menstrual cramps

Sources:

https://www.gardenia.net/plant/viburnum-opulus-roseum

http://www.naturalmedicinalherbs.net/herbs/v/viburnum-opulus=guelder-rose.php

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Chinese Hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis)

Weston, FL

Situated on the entrance to a neighborhood.

Height: 8-10′

Preferred Solar Exposure: full sun, partial sun

Preferred Soil Type: loam, potting mix

Preferred Soil pH: acid

Preferred Moisture Level: moist but well-drained

Hardiness Zones: 9-11

Tolerance: deer

Maintenance: high

Health Value: astringent, aphrodisiac, demulcent, emmenagogue, emollient, menstruation, cystitis, venereal diseases, feverish illnesses, bronchial catarrh, coughs and to promote hair growth

Sources:

https://www.gardenia.net/plant/hibiscus-rosa-sinensis-brilliant

https://pfaf.org/user/Plant.aspx?LatinName=Hibiscus+rosa-sinensis

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Punktree (Melaleuca quinquenervia)

Weston, FL

Situated on a trail in Markham Park.

Height: 30-40′

Preferred Solar Exposure: full sun

Preferred Soil Type: sand, loam, clay

Preferred Soil pH: acid, neutral, alkaline

Preferred Moisture Level: moist but well-drained

Hardiness Zones: 9-11

Tolerance: salt wind

Maintenance: medium

Health Value: acne, dandruff, athlete’s foot, lice, nail fungus

Sources:

https://davesgarden.com/guides/pf/go/31992/#b

http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=282857

http://tropical.theferns.info/viewtropical.php?id=Melaleuca+quinquenervia

https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements-tea-tree-oil/art-20364246

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Seagrape (Coccoloba uvifera)

Weston, FL

Situated on a trail in Markham Park.

Height: 6-8′

Preferred Solar Exposure: full sun, partial sun

Preferred Soil Type: sand

Preferred Soil pH: neutral, alkaline

Preferred Moisture Level: well-drained

Hardiness Zones: 10-11

Tolerance: drought

Maintenance: low

Health Value: astringent, intestinal disorders

Sources:

http://tropical.theferns.info/viewtropical.php?id=Coccoloba+uvifera

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/sea-grape/seaside-grape-information.htm

https://davesgarden.com/guides/pf/go/1869/#b

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Brazilian Peppertree (Schinus terebinthifolia)

Weston, FL

Situated on a trail in Markham Park.

Height: 30-4-’

Preferred Solar Exposure: full sun

Preferred Soil Type: sand, loam

Preferred Soil pH: acid, neutral alkaline

Preferred Moisture Level: well-drained

Hardiness Zones: 9-11

Tolerance: drought

Maintenance: low

Health Value: astringent, antibacterial, diuretic, digestive stimulant, tonic, antiviral, and wound healer

Sources:

http://www.codif-tn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/PINK-PEPPERSLIM-FICHE-BOTANIQUE-GB-1.pdf

https://davesgarden.com/guides/pf/go/1911/#b

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Beach Sheoak (Casuarina equisetifolia)

Weston, FL

Situated on a trail in Markham Park.

Height: 100-115′

Preferred Solar Exposure: full sun, partial sun, shade

Preferred Soil Type: sand, loam clay

Preferred Soil pH: acid, neutral

Preferred Moisture Level: moist but well-drained

Hardiness Zones: 9-12

Tolerance: drought, wind

Maintenance: low

Health Value: diarrhea, stomach ache, pimples

Sources:

https://pfaf.org/user/Plant.aspx?LatinName=Casuarina+equisetifolia

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Cathedral Bells (Kalanchoe pinnata)

Weston, FL

Situated on a trail in Markham Park.

Height: 3-5′

Preferred Solar Exposure: full sun

Preferred Soil Type: loam

Preferred Soil pH: acid

Preferred Moisture Level: moist but well-drained

Hardiness Zones: 10-11

Tolerance: drought

Maintenance: medium

Health Value: kidney stones, gastric ulcer, pulmonary infection, rheumatoid arthritis

Sources:

https://www.google.com/search?client=safari&rls=en&ei=YwjDX9acNtDt5gLwoKTADA&q=kalanchoe+pinnata+medicinal+uses&oq=Kalanchoe+pinnata+medici&gs_lcp=CgZwc3ktYWIQAxgAMgUIABDJAzICCAAyAggAMgYIABAWEB4yBggAEBYQHjIGCAAQFhAeMgYIABAWEB46BAgAEEc6BAghEAo6BQghEKABOggILhDJAxCTAjoHCCEQChCgAToCCC5Q0pEBWIWpAWD7tAFoAnACeACAAXuIAZkMkgEEMTQuM5gBAKABAaoBB2d3cy13aXrIAQjAAQE&sclient=psy-ab

https://worldofsucculents.com/kalanchoe-pinnata-miracle-leaf-cathedral-bells/

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Wild Privet (Ligustrum vulgare)

Weston, FL

Situated on a trail in Markham Park.

Height: 10-15′

Preferred Solar Exposure: full sun, partial sun

Preferred Soil Type: loam, sand, chalk, clay

Preferred Soil pH: acid, neutral, alkaline

Preferred Moisture Level: moist but well-drained

Hardiness Zones: 5-8

Tolerance: drought, pollution

Maintenance: low

Health Value: cardiovascular health, side effects of chemotherapy, tumor growth, pain and stress relieving

Sources:

https://www.gardenia.net/plant/ligustrum-vulgare

https://www.healthbenefitstimes.com/wild-privet/