LILY
OF THE VALLEY Convallaria.
Liliaceae.
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LILY
OF THE VALLEY Convallaria.
Liliaceae.
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| All herbs should be used in moderation and not in large quantities. Please consult a Herbalist. |
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| Roman
Goddess of Fertility. The specific name refers to the time when the plant flowers, May or maybe Maia, Roman goddess of fertility. |
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| Annual/biennial/Perennial | Perennial |
| Appearance | Fragrant white bell flowers with large green leaves. |
| Height | 12ins/30cm |
| Growing Position | Woodland and damp, shady places. |
| Fertiliser | Leaf mould. |
| Propagation & soil | Propagation by dividing the rhizomes. Rich soil. |
| Spring | They appear and disappear each year so mark the spot in May. |
| Summer | |
| Autumn | Divide now. |
| Winter | |
| Use | The leaves of the wild plant. |
| Aromatic, Medicinal or Culinary | Aromatic and Medicinal |
| Areas of help | Heart tonic, nerves, dizziness, irritability and epilepsy. Externally to cool inflammation. (It should be used only in conjunction with a herbalist who is trained as it can be highly poisonous). |
| Storage | Use fresh. |
| Specific Use |
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| Recipe Large doses can be harmful. Basic recipes and how to make, CLICK. |
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