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Clitoria ternatea
(Clitoria Blue)
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The flowers of this blue pigment rich vine have the shape of human female genitals, hence the Latin name of the genus "Clitoria". |
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Copaiba langsdorffii
(Copaiba)
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A single copaiba tree can provide about 40 liters of oleoresin annually, making it a sustainable rainforest resource. |
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Lavandula angustifolia
(Lavender)
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Lavender is a very versatile plant. It is widely grown in gardens. Flower spikes are used for dried flower arrangements. The fragrant, pale purple flowers and flower buds are used in potpourri. |
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Mentha piperita
(Peppermint)
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Of the members of the Mint family under cultivation the most important are the several varieties of the Peppermint extensively cultivated for years as the source of the well-known volatile oil of Peppermint. |