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Re: Walking around corfu
« Reply #225 on: June 23, 2019, 01:40:42 PM »


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Eucryphia

Eucryphia  is a small genus of trees and large shrubs native to the south temperate regions of South America and coastal eastern Australia, Europe,Mediterranean
The generic name is derived from the Greek for "well hidden".  There are seven species, two in South America and five in Australia, and several named hybrids. They are mostly evergreen though one species (E. glutinosa) is usually deciduous.
Ranging from 2–10 metres (6–30 feet) in height, it can sometimes grow to 25 metres (80 feet) in favourable conditions. The small dark green glossy leaves are elliptical in shape and 2–4 cm (1-1.5 in) long. Appearing in spring and summer, the 2.5 – 4 cm diameter white flowers have four petals and resemble small single roses and have a strong fragrance,
[Ihave grown this plant in my winning london garden the scent is lovely]
Habitats woodland,parks gardens as a specimen shrub or small tree,along river banks, at low altitudes
from Horticulture Week. ... Their native habitats are temperate rainforest but they grow well in the UK and are fully hardy slow growing
 Dry Area Trees, Flowering Evergreens, Hedging Plants, Small Garden Tree, White Flower
This may not be a very popular plant; I fear the name may put off some, but it should be far better known. Not only is it an evergreen with attractive foliage all year round but every late summer it disappears under a mass of white flowers.

 individually they are borne in such numbers as to make this one of the best





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in the UK it is more usually a large bush or sometimes small tree. There it is known as Ulmo and the flowers are highly valued by beekeepers that produce Ulmo honey. Its heavy and hard timber is used in construction and the production of good quality charcoal. furniture and lumber, Wildlife- Bee friendly
Butterfly friendly




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Re: Walking around corfu
« Reply #226 on: June 26, 2019, 09:01:48 AM »


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Trumpet vines

You can see this plant around Arillas and all over Greece

Campsis common names trumpet creeper, trumpet vine is a genus of flowering plants in the family Bignoniaceae, native to woodland in China and North America. It consists of two species, both of which are vigorous deciduous perennial climbers, clinging by aerial roots, and producing large trumpet-shaped flowers in the summer. They are reasonably hardy and do well with the support of a wall, preferring full sun
Height and spread: 10m by 10m (30ft by 30ft)
Hardiness: Hardy to frost hardy
This extremely floriferous trumpet vine is heat,cold and drought tolerant you can grow this plant south and south west of england
This vigorous vine is at home in open woods, savannas, thickets, riverbanks, disturbed fence rows, roadsides or neglected fields.  Plants are very tolerant of disturbance and are often found in urban situations growing from sidewalk cracks and scrambling up telephone poles or clambering up trees in lawns or other mown areas.
LANDSCAPE USES:  This is a good choice for a Naturalized Area or Wildlife Garden.  Campsis radicans has Showy Blooms and can be used in Deer Resistant Plantings, Roadsides or Restoration Projects.
 Campsis radicans blooms best in sun but will tolerate shaded exposure and almost any soil.
In natural areas this is a resilient vine that is closely associated with the ruby throated hummingbird.
In confined garden spaces plants need sturdy support and a plan of action to curb the rampant growth.  Plants seed aggressively and produce many runners.
This vine is sometimes known as Cow Itch because some animals and people experience an allergic reaction after contact.










The fruit, foliage, flowers and sap are toxic and can cause mild to severe skin rashes and irritation if handled Skin irritation with redness and swelling



Wildlife Value:  This plant is moderately resistant to damage from deer.  The flowers are attractive to hummingbirds which are the principle pollinator of this plant.  White-tailed deer and rabbits eat the foilage.
LANDSCAPE USES:  This is a good choice for a Naturalized Area or Wildlife Garden.
For screening trellises,walls,fences,arbors



They are used in the treatment of women's complaints. A decoction of the flowers is used to correct menstrual disorders, rheumatoid pains, traumatic injuries, difficult urination, pruritis and oozing dermaphytoses.
The root is diaphoretic and vulnerary

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Re: Walking around corfu
« Reply #227 on: June 27, 2019, 09:18:05 AM »


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TOMATO

The tomato is the edible, often red, berry of the plant Solanum lycopersicum, commonly known as a tomato plant.
YOU CAN SEE THIS PLANT ALL OVER ARILLAS
The Nahuatl Aztec language word tomatl gave rise to the Spanish word tomate, from which the English word tomato derived.
species originated in western South America
The Spanish encountered the tomato from their contact with the Aztec during the Spanish colonization of the Americas and brought it to Europe. From there, the tomato was introduced to other parts of the European-colonized world during the 16th century
Tomatoes are a significant source of umami flavor savory taste is one of the five basic tastes (together with sweetness, sourness, bitterness, and saltiness)
Numerous varieties of the tomato plant are widely grown in temperate climates across the world, with greenhouses allowing for the production of tomatoes throughout all seasons of the year. Tomato plants typically grow to 1–3 meters Tomato plants are vines
 plants are annuals that stop growing at a certain height and produce a crop all at once. The size of the tomato varies according to the cultivar, with a range of 0.5–4 inches
Botanically, a tomato is a fruit—a berry, consisting of the ovary, together with its seeds, of a flowering plant. However, the tomato is considered a "culinary vegetable" because it has a much lower sugar content than culinary fruits; it is typically served as part of a salad or main course of a meal, rather than as a dessert.
Solanum is a large and diverse genus of flowering plants, which include three food crops of high economic importance, the potato, the tomato and the eggplant. It also contains the nightshades and horse nettles                     
The colour tomato from

Red, Commonly, red tomatoes have the rich tomato flavor that we are accustomed to.

Yellow, These tomato plant varieties are normally low acid and have a less tangy flavor than the tomatoes most people are use to.

Pink, The flavors of these tomatoes are similar to red tomatoes

Orange, These tomatoes tend to be sweeter, almost fruit like in flavor

White, The flavor of white tomatoes tends to be bland, but they have the lowest acid of any of the tomato varieties.

Green, tomato variety is typically strong but lower in acid than reds

Purple, Purple or black tomatoes have a strong, robust, smoky flavor.

Also you can get stripe tomatoes and hanging baskets tomatoes

Rich in dietary fibre, vitamin A and C, tomato seeds are harder to digest and are usually consumed after drying them, in powdered form! ... While earlier, it was thought that eating tomato seeds can give you appendicitis. Due to these misconceptions, people tend to doubt about eating them.
some sewage treatment plant you can see tomatoes growing





Wariness about tomato leaves stems, in large part, from the plant's status as part of the nightshade family. While this family plays host to a variety of toxic, “deadly” plants, the tomato is not one of them, despite containing the alkaloids tomatine and solanine.
The fruit isn't, but the leaves, roots, and stem (and, in limited doses, even some unripe fruit) are rich in tomatine, an alkaloid that's mildly toxic to humans. It won't kill you, unless you chow down pounds and pounds of it, but it is likely to cause you some gastrointestinal distress.


Making wine with red or green tomatoes
Sauces, salsas, chutney,
Tomato Jam.
Tomato Purée
Slow-Roasted Tomatoes.
Raw, Fresh
Gazpacho
This is just some uses




Tomato is used for preventing cancer of the breast, bladder, cervix, colon and rectum, stomach, lung, ovaries, pancreas, and prostate. It is also used to prevent diabetes, diseases of the heart and blood vessels (cardiovascular disease), cataracts, and asthma.
Antioxidant Agent
Rich Source of Vitamins and Minerals
Counter the Effect of Smoking Cigarette
Improve Vision
Aid in Digestion
Lower Hypertension
Skin Care
Prevent Gallstones
 


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Re: Walking around corfu
« Reply #228 on: July 05, 2019, 09:07:39 AM »


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Spindle tree

You can see this plant past the Bardis hotel towards Vavilas fish restaurant it is in the front garden

Euonymus  is a genus of flowering plants in the staff vine family, Celastraceae.
 Common names vary widely among different species and between different English-speaking countries, but include spindle (or spindle tree), burning-bush, strawberry-bush, wahoo, wintercreeper, or simply euonymus. It comprises about 130 species of deciduous and evergreen shrubs, small trees and lianas. The name "Spindle Tree" comes from the light, yet hard wood being ideal for making wool spinning spindles. It can also be used for knitting needles and certain musical instruments.  They are mostly native to East Asia, extending to the Himalayas, and they are also distributed in Europe, Australasia, North America, and Madagascar. 50 species are endemic to China.
The inconspicuous flowers occur in small groups, and can be green, yellow, pink or maroon in color depending on species
The leaves are opposite (rarely alternate) and simple ovoid, typically 2–15 cm long, and usually with a finely serrated margin. The fruit is a pink or white four- or five-valved pod-like berry, which splits open to reveal the fleshy-coated orange or red seeds.
The seeds are eaten by frugivorous birds, which digest the fleshy seed coat and disperse the seeds in their droppings. Many species are used for medicinal use, and parts of the plants can be poisonous to humans
Euonymus are popular garden shrubs, grown for their foliage,Green,Yellow,Silver,white/silver,Green/yellow,Red, the deciduous species often exhibiting very bright red autumnal colours, and also for the decorative berries.
Euonymus are popular garden shrubs, grown for their foliage, the deciduous species often exhibiting very bright red autumnal colours, and also for the decorative berries.
The wood of some species was traditionally used for the making of spindles for spinning wool;[6] this use is the origin of the British English name of the shrubs.
HABITAT It is native to much of Europe and can be found most commonly on the edges of forests and in hedges, scrub and hedgerows.gardens,parks,in large landscapes shopping mall


 




The poisonous components have not been fully defined. The effects suggest the presence of glycosides. ... Though the poison is present throughout the plant it is the berries which, most often*, cause harm. Symptoms appear up to 12 hours after ingestion and involve diarrhoea, vomiting and stimulation of the heart.
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Hedging,Roots and stems yield up to 7% gutta-percha, a non elastic rubber used as an electrical insulator and in making plastics etc
The name "Spindle Tree" comes from the light, yet hard wood being ideal for making wool spinning spindles. It can also be used for knitting needles and certain musical instruments.



The stem bark is antirheumatic, diuretic and tonic
A tea made from the roots is used in cases of uterine prolapse, vomiting of blood, painful urination and stomach aches. The bark is diuretic, expectorant, laxative and tonic. It was used as a tea in the treatment of malaria, liver congestion, constipation
The seed is strongly laxative.
 It was used as a tea in the treatment of malaria, liver congestion, constipation etc. The powdered bark, applied to the scalp, was believed to eliminate dandruff







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Re: Walking around corfu
« Reply #229 on: July 07, 2019, 11:08:38 AM »


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Cumin

Cumin  comes from the Cuminum cyminum  is a flowering plant in the family Apiaceae,  and is a member of the parsley family. It was originally cultivated in the Mediterranean and grows throughout Greece. Cumin spice comes from the seeds of the plant, and it is sold in Greece in markets either ground or unground.
 native to a territory including the Middle East and stretching east to India. Its seeds – each one contained within a fruit, which is dried – are used in the cuisines of many cultures in both whole and ground form. Although cumin is thought to have uses in traditional medicine,
Cumin is sometimes used as substitute for black pepper, especially since cumin is more widely available, depending on the region of Greece. Note that cumin is often confused with caraway seeds because they look similar. However, it isn’t the same plant. It also shouldn’t be confused with the the spice known as “black cumin” that comes from other parts of the world.
In cumin seeds, there are present antioxidants such as phenolic acids
Habitat and cultivation Cumin is indigenous to Egypt, and is cultivated in the Mediterranean, India, China, Morocco, southern Russia, and other countries. It grows well on fertile, sandy loam soil free of weeds.






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Cumin seed is used as a spice for its distinctive flavour and aroma
 Cumin can be an ingredient in chili powder
Cumin can be found in some cheeses, such as Leyden cheese, and in some traditional breads from France.
 and is used to flavor numerous commercial food products.
Cumin can be used ground or as whole seeds.It imparts an earthy, warming and aromatic character to food, making it a staple in certain stews and soups, as well as spiced gravies such as curry and chili. It is also used as an ingredient in some pickles and pastries



Cumin has many evidence-based health benefits. Some of these have been known since ancient times, while others are only just being discovered. Using cumin as a spice increases antioxidant intake, promotes digestion, provides iron, may improve blood sugar control and may reduce food-borne illnesses.
In fact, modern research has confirmed cumin may help rev up normal digestion
Cumin seeds are naturally rich in iron One teaspoon of ground cumin contains 1.4 mg of iron
Cumin contains lots of plant compounds that are linked with potential health benefits, including terpenes, phenols, flavonoids and alkaloids
Some of cumin's components have shown promise helping to treat diabetes.
Cumin has also improved blood cholesterol in clinical studies.
Concentrated cumin supplements have helped promote weight loss in a few clinical studies.
One of cumin's traditional roles in seasoning may have been for food safety.
Many seasonings, including cumin, appear to have antimicrobial properties that may reduce the risk of food-borne infections
Narcotic dependence is a growing concern internationally.
Opioid narcotics create addiction by hijacking the normal sense of craving and reward in the brain. This leads to continued or increased use.
Studies in mice have shown that cumin components reduce addictive behavior and withdrawal symptoms
Test-tube studies have shown cumin extracts inhibit inflammation
There are several components of cumin that may have anti-inflammatory effects, but researchers don't yet know which are most important





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Re: Walking around corfu
« Reply #230 on: July 09, 2019, 09:33:20 AM »


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Ironwort

Sideritis (Gr: σιδηρίτις), also known as ironwort,mountain tea and shepherd's tea, Family:Lamiaceae
 Is a genus of flowering plants well known for their use as herbal medicine, commonly as an herbal tea. They are abundant in Mediterranean regions, the Balkans, the Iberian Peninsula and Macaronesia, but can also be found in Central Europe and temperate Asia
HABITAT  annual or perennial, that grows at high altitudes (usually over 1000 m) with little or no soil, often on the surface of rocks
In Greek "sideritis" can be literally translated as 'he who is made of iron'. The plant was known to ancient Greeks, specifically Pedanius Dioscorides and Theophrastus. Although Dioscorides describes three species, only one (probably S. scordioides) is thought to belong to Sideritis. In ancient times "sideritis" was a generic reference for plants capable of healing wounds caused by iron weapons during battles. However, others hold that the name stems from the shape of the sepal, which resembles the tip of a spear.
This plant looks like Jerusalem SAGE PLOLMIS and Stachys byzantina the leaves called White-colored hairs or spines on cactuses reflect sunlight and help keep the plant cool. ... Aphids are just one type of insect that likes to eat plants. Some plant hairs have tiny hooks that catch the invaders. Sometimes the hair makes it hard for the insects to feed on the leaves






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Tea,OIL, Cleansing Cream



Sideritis is a good herbal remedy for countering Respiratory troubles namely Flu and Cold. It is advantageous for treating Hypertension i.e. High Blood Pressure. Antioxidant properties of Sideritis may prevent from Cancer.
Prevent Cancer

Sideritus species, the plant found in the Greek mountain tea, has been broadly researched on. An animal study in Turkey examined the antioxidant effects of this species and found out that it has protective chemical properties that fight off the cell injury that might induce cancer.

 Reduce blood pressure

Certain dose of Sideritis extract from the Greek mountain tea is assumed to have a relaxing effect on the arterial blood pressure.  This finding was published by a 2012 publication from an animal study. The Sideritis juice seemed to widen blood vessels systemically; as a result, it reduces the work load of the heart and lowers the blood pressure.

Bacteria Killer

Sideritis has proved to be very effective against common and deadly strains of bacteria and fungus, such as E. coli, Staphylococcus, and Candida. Consuming regular amounts of this tea could help the body to fight bacterial infections and also act in preventative manner, although more research needs to be conducted before the benefits can be truly understood and exploited.

Help with Cold and Flu

We know that nothing cures the common cold, not matter how many years a particular culture has believed otherwise. With sideritis, however, there is some genuine promise. It doesn’t cure the cold outright, of course, but research has proven that this powerful tea can help to eradicate the symptoms and potentially to speed up the recovery.

Cure stomach problems

Due to the thriving antioxidant compounds in the Greek mountain tea, it also seems to provide favorable benefits to the gastrointestinal health. The research in Turkey also found that oral dose of Greek mountain tea had an effect on the gastrointestinal tract, by scaling down the process of inflammation and toxicity.

Relieve anxiety and depression

Drinking Mountain tea is related to depression and anxiety ever since Hippocrates era. Today, scientific research has confirmed this fact, which revealed that the natural antioxidant found in Greek mountain tea, namely flavonoids, are supposed to be able to impede a specific receptor in the human brain. Activation of this brain receptor is claimed to be related with several conditions such as anxiety, depression, mood disorders and Parkinson’s disease.

Reduce Inflammation and Pain

For thousands of years the Greeks have turned to sideritis in order to help with inflammation and inflammatory diseases, including arthritis. Tea when given to mice helps to reduce their body’s response to chemical pain stimuli and while mild, the results were very positive when combined with the anti-inflammation.

 Anti-Microbial

When consumed with fresh, organic honey, a cup of Greek mountain tea could be one of the most potent anti-microbial compounds in your diet. The honey provides an additional boost and is a natural anti-bacterial compound that humans have been consuming for centuries, but the sideritis delivers the powerful knock-out blow to these harmful microbes.

 Boosts libido

Sipping Greek mountain tea is probably worth trying if you are facing a sexual issue in your relationship life. According to the classic belief and resources, the routine consumption of Greek mountain tea may help raise a person’s lust and physical desire. Decreased libido may be observed as one of the signs of depression, and since Greek mountain tea has healing effect on depression, it is debatably logical to conclude that it will have the same effect on decreased libido.




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Re: Walking around corfu
« Reply #231 on: July 10, 2019, 08:49:59 AM »


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Savory

Satureja is a genus of aromatic plants of the family Lamiaceae, related to rosemary and thyme. It is native to North Africa, southern and southeastern Europe, the Middle East, and Central Asia. A few New World species were formerly included in Satureja, but they have all been moved to other genera. Several species are cultivated as culinary herbs called savory, and they have become established in the wild in a few places.
Satureja species may be annual or perennial. They are low-growing herbs and subshrubs, reaching heights of 15–50 cm
Both summer savory (Satureja hortensis) and winter savory (Satureja montana) are used to flavor food.
The former is preferred by cooks but as an annual is only available in summer; winter savory is an evergreen perennial.
 It is also used to season the traditional Acadian stew known as fricot. Savory is also a key ingredient in sarmale, a stuffed cabbage dish in traditional Romanian cuisine. The modern spice mixture Herbes de Provence has savory as one of the principal ingredients.
habitat is that of calcareous, rocky, arid lands, at the edge of mountain roads, up to 1300 m of altitude.

What is the difference between winter savory and summer savory?
Summer savory is often an ingredient in herb mixes, where it is usually dried and not ground. Both summer and winter savory are much stronger in ground form than in fresh or dried form, so cooks use about three times as much dried savory as they would use ground savory to achieve the same flavor.







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In Azerbaijan, savory is often incorporated as a flavoring in black tea.
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Winter savory is an herb. The leaves and stems are used to make medicine. People take winter savory for intestinal disorders including cramps, indigestion, diarrhea, nausea, and intestinal gas. They also take it to treat cough and sore throat, reduce sex drive, and as a tonic.
Winter savory has been purported to have antiseptic, aromatic, carminative, and digestive benefits. It has also been used as an expectorant and in the treatment of bee stings, or insect bites, by the use of a poultice of the leaves. The plant has a stronger action than the closely related summer savory.









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Re: Walking around corfu
« Reply #232 on: July 11, 2019, 09:02:06 AM »


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Savanna daisy

Euryops is a genus of flowering plants in the sunflower family. Part of the great Asteraceae family.
Height – 40 inches (1 m)
Exposure – full sun
Soil – ordinary, drained
they are tolerant of salt air
Euryops comes in a variety of shapes and sizes, from dwarf shrubs to small trees.
 They are native mostly to rocky sites in southern Africa,Spreed to Europe. In Greece the Greeks put this plant in pots tubs, it will be hard to find this plant in the groud in greece unless wild frequently found on roadsides
 They produce daisy-like flowerheads from fern-like foliage. The name Euryops is probably a contraction of the Greek words ευρυς (eurys) meaning 'wide,' and ὄψις (opsis) meaning 'eye,' possibly referring to the large flowerheads compared to the narrow leaves.
Euryops, yellow bush daisy, It is a tough plant that survives all but the most extreme warm weather conditions including moderate drought. 
Pests problems with Euryops are pretty much non-existent.  The only real problem you might encounter is rot if you don't take care to plant in well-drained soil.  Euryops will not tolerate soggy roots so prepare your soil well.
You can turn this plant into a standard
Habitat
Euryops  is frequently found on roadsides, urban open spaces and other disturbed areas.





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Euryops pectinatus is known for attracting bees, beneficial insects, butterflies​/​moths and other pollinators. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
patio Tubs,parks,gardens
Cut Flowers  flowers do not close overnight or indoors and last well in small arrangements.
It was used as a substitute gum, and to preserve leather, like boots and saddles.



Euryops species are rich in resin, which sometimes appears as blobs on the stems and twigs. This resin was greatly esteemed at one time, by both the Khoi and the colonists, for its alleged medicinal properties



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Re: Walking around corfu
« Reply #233 on: July 12, 2019, 09:04:30 AM »



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Mahleb


Mahleb or Mahalepi is an aromatic spice made from the seeds of a species of cherry, Prunus mahaleb
 The cherry stones are cracked to extract the seed kernel, which is about 5 mm diameter, soft and chewy on extraction. The seed kernel is ground to a powder before use. Its flavour is similar to a combination of bitter almond and cherry, and similar also to marzipan.
Mahleb is used in small quantities to sharpen sweet foods and cakes,and is used in production of tresse cheese.
 In recent decades, it has been slowly entering mainstream cookbooks in English
In Greek cuisine, mahlep is sometimes added to different types of holiday tsoureki breads, including Christmas bread, the New Year's vasilopita and the braided Easter bread called cheoreg in Armenian and paskalya çöreği in Turkish.
Prunus mahaleb  the mahaleb cherry or St Lucie cherry, is a species of cherry tree. The tree is cultivated for a spice obtained from the seeds inside the cherry stones. The seeds have a fragrant smell
The tree is native in the Mediterranean region, Iran and parts of central Asia, Greece It is adjudged to be native in northwestern Europe or at least it is naturalized there. It is a deciduous tree or large shrub, growing to 2–10 m (rarely up to 12 m) tall with a trunk up to 40 cm diameter.
Prunus mahaleb occurs in thickets and open woodland on dry slopes; in central Europe at altitudes up to 1,700 m, and in highlands at 1,200-2,000 m in southern Europe. It has become naturalised in some temperate areas, including Europe north of its native range (north to Great Britain and Sweden), and locally in Australia and the United States
A scientific study discovered an ecological dependence between the plant and four species of frugivorous birds in southeastern Spain; blackbirds and blackcaps proved to be the most important seed dispersers. When Prunus mahaleb is fruiting, these birds consume the fruit almost exclusively, and disperse the seeds to the locations favourable for the tree's growth. The way in which some birds consume the fruits and the habitats those birds use may act as a selective force in determining which genetic variations of the cherry flourish







In small quantities, hydrogen cyanide has been shown to stimulate respiration and improve digestion, it is also claimed to be of benefit in the treatment of cancer. In excess, however, it can cause respiratory failure and even death.


Good for The flower pollination is mainly by bees.
The plant is cultivated for a spice obtained from the seeds inside the cherry stones
 grown as an ornamental tree for its strongly fragrant flowers
Without mahleb, a uniquely sweet spice, Greek Easter bread just wouldn’t taste the same. If you live outside of Greece, it’s worth tracking down just for that one dish!
used in cooking
Known for its strong roots, it is used in horticulture as a frost resistant rootstock for sweet cherry (Prunus avium) and sour cherry (Prunus cerasus). The wood is hard, heavy, with a pleasant odour, used for carving small objects; e.g. tobacco pipes, canes, cigarette holders.

New studies show potential in using Prunus mahaleb seeds as a new edible oil source, since its seed oil contains a high level of poly-unsaturated fatty acids, especially the α-eleostearic acid, a conjugated fatty acid rarely found in vegetable oils, with beneficial effects on human health.






The seed is tonic. Although no specific mention has been seen for this species, all members of the genus contain amygdalin and prunasin, substances which break down in water to form hydrocyanic acid (cyanide or prussic acid). In small amounts this exceedingly poisonous compound stimulates respiration, improves digestion and gives a sense of well-being.

Urine and it is expectorant.
It is useful against shortness of breath and malaria.
It is pain cutter.
It gives strength to the body and increases sexual desire.
It is good for diabetics and those with prostate complaints.
When mahlep is defeated fresh, it is known that when it is defeated freshly, it causes stomachache, when the liquor is made and drink it causes pain in the abdominal region, when it is dried and defeated it prevents dizziness and when the dried inner core is defeated, it relieves heart aches.
For children with inadequate bone development; In this case, three to four tea spoon mahleps will be added to the formula of your babies, into the pudding, and the custard.
It is good for kidney and abdominal pain.
There is a healing effect against inflammation in the intestines.


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Re: Walking around corfu
« Reply #234 on: July 15, 2019, 12:40:12 PM »


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WALL ROCKET

Diplotaxis tenuifolia  is a species of flowering plant in the mustard family known by the common name perennial wall-rocket. This plant is native to Europe and Western Asia. within Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Greece, Italy, Malta, Montenegro, ... It can be found throughout much of the temperate world where it has naturalized.
This is an erect mustard-like plant with branching stems that may exceed half a meter in height
 The foliage is aromatic when crushed. Atop the branches of the stem are bright yellow flowers with four rounded petals each about a centimeter long. The fruit is a straight, flat silique up to five centimeters long.
This is an erect mustard-like plant with branching stems that may exceed half a meter in height. It grows in clumps on the ground in a variety of habitats and is a common weed of roadsides and disturbed areas. It has long leaves which may be lobed or not
Perennial wall rocket, wild rocket, sand rocket, Lincoln weed, white rocket; seeds sometimes marketed as "wild Italian arugula" or "sylvetta arugula".

Is rocket the same as arugula?
Rocket salad's botanical name is Eruca sativa or E. vesicaria. Rocket salad's common names are “arugula”, rocket arugula, rocket, rucola, rucoli, rugula, and roquette. ... Eruca sativa is a relative of wild arugula. Arugula has a weaker peppery flavor than wild arugula.

Family:   Brassicaceae
Genus:   Eruca
Species:   E. sativa

Family:   Brassicaceae
Genus:   Diplotaxis
Species:   D. tenuifolia

Name: Arugula
Greek Name: Roka
Pronounced: ROE-kah
Name in Greek: ρόκα

Grown as an edible herb in the Mediterranean area since Roman times, it was mentioned by various classical authors as an aphrodisiac, most famously in a poem long ascribed to Virgil, Moretum, which contains the line: "et Venerem revocans eruca morantem" ("and the rocket, which revives drowsy Venus [sexual desire]"). Some writers assert that for this reason during the Middle Ages it was forbidden to grow rocket in monasteries.







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Arugula is most commonly used as a salad green, but it also acts as a flavor ingredient in sandwiches, salads, and other dishes, especially those with chicken, tuna, pasta, eggs, or tomatoes.
Baby leaf rocket is cultivated worldwide as a salad leaf. In addition to D. tenuifolia, the annual Eruca sativa is grown and marketed under the same common names.



Wild rocket is high in ascorbic acid, carotenoids, polyphenols and glucosinolates (above all glucosativin and glucoerucin, which are the cause of the pungent flavour). When the leaves are chewed glucosinolates, through the enzyme myrosinase, are metabolized in isothyocyanates and indoles.
D. tenuifolia inhibited the growth of HT-29 colorectal cancer cells with a marked cytotoxicity. Isothiocyanates and indoles have, in fact, been linked to anticarcinogenicity in mammals.
Wild Rocket, or Diplotaxis tenufolia, has a history of traditional medicine use, especially in the Mediterranean region where it enjoys popularity as cuisine. There are many health benefits to consuming Wild Rocket since it contains Vitamins A, C, and K, calcium, magnesium, iron, copper and other nutrients. It has been used medicinally for different purposes throughout its history and contains glucosinolates, phytochemicals such as carotenoids, and polyphenols. Specific actions include astringent, diuretic, emollient, tonic, laxative, and stimulant.






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Re: Walking around corfu
« Reply #235 on: July 16, 2019, 09:07:18 AM »


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common purslane
Portulaca oleracea (common purslane, also known as verdolaga, red root, or pursley)                                                                                                                                                                                                                     is an annual succulent in the family Portulacaceae, which may reach 40 cm (16 in) in height.
It has an extensive distribution, assumed to be mostly anthropogenic, extending from North Africa and Southern Europe through the Middle East and the Indian subcontinent to Malesia and Australasia. The species status in the Americas is uncertain. In general, it is often considered an exotic weed,
Purslane (Portulaca oleracea, gr. glistrida, antrakla, adrahni) is a plant with fleshly leaves, growing wild all over Greece and also cultivated for use in horiatiki salad or eaten by its own with olive oil and vinegar.
Widely used in Mediterranean countries,
Australian Aborigines use the seeds of purslane to make seedcakes. Greeks, who call it andrákla (αντράκλα) or glistrída (γλιστρίδα), use the leaves and the stems with feta cheese, tomato, onion, garlic, oregano, and olive oil. They add it in salads, boil it, or add it to casseroled chicken.
In Turkey, besides being used in salads and in baked pastries, it is cooked as a vegetable similar to spinach, or is mixed with yogurt to form a Tzatziki variant.
Habitat. It grows well in orchards, vineyards, crop fields, landscaped areas, gardens, roadsides, and other disturbed sites.
Family:   Portulacaceae
Genus:   Portulaca
Species:   P. oleracea


Archaeobotanical researches have retrieved purslane seeds from a protogeometric layer in Kastanas and the Samian Heraion (7th century BC). Ancient doctors and herbalists found purslane helpful in treating inflammation in the urinary system (Hippokrates), mouth (Galen), digestive tract (Dioskourides) etc. Dioskourides thought that it could reduce the sexual desire, an opinion that was widely accepted until 17th century. The 17th century monk Agapius Landus from Crete suggested a fresh green salad made with purslane, basil, rocket, cress, and garlic to those suffering «the common cold». Modern researchers found that purslane is one of the very few plants that contain alpha linolenic acid, a type of omega-3 fatty acid normally found in fish and some algae. It is an explosion of vitamin C, also contains some vitamin B and carotenoids, as well as minerals, such as magnesium, calcium, potassium and iron. Two types of its betalain alkaloid pigments, the reddish betacyanins and the yellow betaxanthins have been found to have antimutagenic properties in laboratory studies.

Although purslane is widely eaten raw or pickled in vinegar by Greeks, is rarely consumed cooked. Two Cretan recipes of lamb or chicken cooked with purslane could have been introduced by the Greek refugees from Asia Minor, since in Turkish cuisine purslane is used just like spinach. A salad with yogurt and purslane also reminds of the Turkish Yogurtlu Semizotu Salatas. However, in that case it could be a coincidence, one of those that happen to cuisines based on similar sources.





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Purslane contains soluble calcium oxalates, which are poisonous to cats, dogs and horses, according to the ASPCA. Cats who ingest part of the plant may drool, vomit, or show other signs of digestive stress such as diarrhea or bloody urine.



The leaves, stems, flowers, and seeds of the purslane plant are all edible
Culinary uses This wonderful green leafy vegetable is very low in calories (just 16 kcal/100g) and fats; nonetheless, it is rich in dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Fresh leaves contain surprisingly more omega-3 fatty acids (α-linolenic acid) than any other leafy vegetable plant.
Purslane Soup
purslane pickles
In addition to its anti-aging properties, purslane strengthens the immune system. ... When consumed fresh or even as an infusion, purslane may function as a diuretic and depurative. For skincare, it can be useful in the treatment of eczema, acne-prone skin and insect bites, in the form of a compress made from fresh leaves.


Use. Purslane has been used as a vegetable source of omega-3 fatty acids and is high in vitamins and minerals. It possesses marked antioxidant activity. Roles in abnormal uterine bleeding, asthma, type 2 diabetes,
Purslane is used in various parts of the world to treat burns, headaches, stomach, intestinal and liver ailments, cough, shortness of breath and arthritis. Purslane herb has also been used as a purgative, cardiac tonic, emollient, muscle relaxant, and in anti-inflammatory and diuretic treatments.
 also help to lower elevated blood fat values and hence reduce the risk of heart attacks and blood clots. The fact that purslane contains a lot of magnesium is also important in this context.
For people suffering from high blood pressure (hypertension), it has been recommended to eat plenty of vegetables that contain magnesium such as purslane, spinach, and green beans.
Magnesium deficiency has become very prevalent, and now there is no doubt within the medical community that magnesium plays a role when it comes to many heart diseases.

It has been suggested that the daily intake of a total of 400 mg of magnesium should be sufficient for therapeutic reasons. For those suffering from frequent headaches, many diet experts have recommended a higher dose of 600 mg of magnesium a day.
Food containing high levels of magnesium and potassium have been shown to have an anti-depressant effect as well.
Purslane, which is abundant in both of these minerals also contain other substances like calcium, folic acid, and lithium that can have a positive effect against mild to moderate depression.
The herb has diuretic properties and can be used to cleanse the body of toxins and as a cooling and fever-lowering agent. Also, it may be helpful as an herbal remedy for ailments related to the urinary tract.

The fresh squeezed sap may be used to counteract cough. Due to the plant’s high content of mucilage, it has soothing properties that can be used for gastrointestinal problems such as diarrhea, dysentery, acute enteritis (inflammation of the small intestine) and appendicitis.

The herb has also been used to treat mastitis (inflammation of the mammary gland), hemorrhoids and bleeding after childbirth. The seeds have been used against intestinal worms.

In Chinese herbal medicine, purslane is used as a remedy for diarrhea, bacterial dysentery, fever and urinary tract infections, and sometimes for appendicitis.

The Chinese also use the plant as an antidote for wasp stings and snake bites.
External Uses
The leaves of purslane are full of sap that can be applied fresh to the skin in order to relieve inflammation, insect bites, burns and other wounds. It is also thought to be helpful as a relief for skin problems such as boils and eczema.

The plant contains many valuable antioxidants, including carotenoids and may be used as a face mask to cleanse, refresh and tighten the skin.

In addition, the freshly crushed leaves can be used in the form of a poultice for headaches, sore eyes, and gout.






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Re: Walking around corfu
« Reply #236 on: July 17, 2019, 09:29:59 AM »


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The Greek climate is ideal for growing herbs, which are to be found in abundance, flourishing on mountain sides, and green meadows, where they grow naturally.

When walking through the beautiful countryside of Greece, it’s difficult not to crush the wild carpet of herbs underfoot; they grow so profusely, giving the air an aura unique to Greece.

The herbs found in Greece today, are the same herbs gathered thousands of years ago in Ancient Greece, and their uses have remained unchanged, not only to flavour delicious Greek cuisine, but also for medicinal purposes.


MINT



Mentha (also known as mint, from Greek μίνθα míntha, Linear B mi-ta) is a genus of plants in the family Lamiaceae (mint family)
There are more than 600 varieties of mint, each having a range of flavor. Some are quite similar and can be used interchangeable in cooking
Peppermint (Mentha piperita)
Spearmint (Mentha spicata)
Pennyroyal (Mentha pulegium) - Mat-forming groundcover with very small leaves; this plant has toxic properties and should not be consumed;
'Chocolate Mint' is a type of peppermint with a hint of chocolate flavor
'Apple Mint' has fuzzy, light green leaves and emits a green apple aroma
Variegata' has splashes of white and yellow
Curly Mint' is a type of spearmint with crinkly foliage
Pineapple' has a tropical fragrance and variegated foliage
Growth Habit
Most mints grow as an eight to 12 inch groundcover, extending another six inches or so when they are in bloom, though some form a creeping mat less than three inches tall. They spread by runners along the surface of the soil and can quickly expand to cover large areas where growing conditions are ideal.
HEIGHT 30cm 12''
SPREAD 15cm-2m+
Habitat & Adaptation. Peppermint can be found over much of the world; indigenous to Europe and Asia, it has been naturalized in North America. In the United States Mentha x piperita can be found practically everywhere, however; it is commonly found near streams and other wet areas.
You will see herbs growing in pots outside the restaurants in Arillas and allover Greece
Pick mint in the morning after the dew has evaporated for best flavor and aroma and use only the upper leaves that are fresh and green. It's best to harvest it early in the season before it goes to flower.


GROW MINT IN A TUBS, TROUGH OR POTS IF NOT IT WILL TAKE OVER



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You can easily add mint to green salads, desserts, smoothies and even water.COOKING Peppermint tea is another popular way to incorporate it into your diet.




Mint is thought to increase bile secretion and encourage bile flow, which helps to speed and ease digestion (and which may also support healthy cholesterol levels). Peppermint is also thought to relieve pain and discomfort from gas and bloating. Peppermint tea is a common home remedy for flatulence.
Soothes Upset Stomach
Improves Digestion
Treats Bad Breath
Combats the Common Cold and Flu
 Reduces Fever
Improves Mental Awareness and Focus
Prevents Nausea
Reduces Stress
Promotes Healthy Skin and Hair
Like oral products, peppermint is used in a variety of skin care treatments at salons to promote a healthy scalp. Peppermint can help treat dandruff by reducing itchiness and soothing dry scalps. For best results, wash hair using peppermint tea and let sit for 5 to 10 minutes before rinsing.

The anti-inflammatory properties in peppermint can help reduce redness caused by acne and antiseptic properties help prevent build up of bacteria that can clog pores. The soothing effects of peppermint are useful for treating skin rashes and itchy bug bites.

Pregnancy
As with many teas, pregnant women can drink mint tea, but should limit consumption since teas have been linked to higher rates of miscarriage. If you have a history of miscarriages, it is recommended to avoid drinking peppermint tea. Women should also avoid drinking peppermint tea when breastfeeding since peppermint oils can cause breathing problems in infants and children.

Drug Interactions
As with most teas, it's important to talk with your doctor before using tea to treat ailments or in combination with any medications. Peppermint tea can interact with medications designed to treat heartburn and acid reflux along with those for blood pressure and diabetes.

People with Acid Reflux
If you suffer from acid reflux disease or a similar ailment such as GERD, you should not consume peppermint tea. This is because peppermint tea can relax the muscles in the esophagus that prevent stomach acid and bile flow into the esophagus. By drinking peppermint tea, you can actually increase your symptoms of heartburn and indigestion.



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Re: Walking around corfu
« Reply #237 on: July 18, 2019, 09:20:47 AM »


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Hyssop

Hyssopus officinalis  is a herbaceous plant of the genus Hyssopus (belonging to the Lamiaceae, or mint family), native to  Europe, the Middle East, and the region surrounding the Caspian Sea. Due to its properties as an antiseptic, cough reliever, and expectorant, it is commonly used as a medicinal plant.

Family:   Lamiaceae
Subfamily:Nepetoideae
Tribe:   Mentheae
Genus:   Hyssopus
Species:   H. officials

Hyssop is a brightly coloured shrub or subshrub that ranges from 30 to 60 cm (12 to 24 in) in height. The stem is woody at the base, from which grow a number of straight branches. Its leaves are lanceolate, dark green in colour, and from 2 to 2.5 cm (0.79 to 0.98 in) long.
During the summer, the plant produces bunches of pink, blue, or, more rarely, white fragrant flowers. These give rise to small oblong achenes.
A plant called hyssop has been in use since classical antiquity. Its name is a direct adaptation from the Greek ὕσσωπος (hyssopos).  and the Greek word ὕσσωπος probably share a common (but unknown) origin.[4] The name hyssop appears as a translation of ezov in some translations of the Bible, notably in verse 7 of Psalm 51: "Thou shalt purge me with hyssop, and I shall be clean" (King James Bible), but researchers have suggested that the Biblical accounts refer not to the plant currently known as hyssop but rather to one of a number of different herbs, including Origanum syriacum (Syrian oregano, commonly referred to as "bible hyssop").
HABITAT The species as a whole is resistant to drought, and tolerant of chalky, sandy soils. It thrives in full sun and warm climates. Cultivars include 'Blue Flower'.
Under optimal weather conditions, herb hyssop is harvested twice yearly, once at the end of spring and once more at the beginning of the fall. The plants are preferably harvested when flowering in order to collect the flowering tips.





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you can use them like other fresh delicate herbs in salads, pastas, and summer soups.
 Za'atar is a famous Middle Eastern herbal mixture, some versions of which include dried Hyssop leaves.
 It's sometimes combined with fresh cheeses, baked into pita bread, or added to a glaze for vegetables like carrots.
The plant is commonly used by beekeepers to produce a rich and aromatic honey.
 The herb is also used to flavor liqueur,
essential oil
 in sweets. You can infuse it into custards for puddings or ice cream, pulverize it with sugar to make jam or candies, cook it with fruit for syrups or sauces,
 take advantage of its delicacy for sponge cakes.
Dried hyssop has one inconvenience: Its slender leaves, when dried, turn into brittle needles, unpleasant to eat. They do rehydrate, but with the texture of tea leaves. You can grind them in a spice grinder to a powder,
Look for hyssop essential oil that is 100 percent pure, organic and therapeutic grade, especially if you're looking to use it internally. Hyssop oil is not recommended for use in people who have a history of seizures or high blood pressure, or who are pregnant or nursing.



Hyssop is used for digestive and intestinal problems including liver and gallbladder conditions, intestinal pain, intestinal gas, colic, and loss of appetite. It is also used for respiratory problems including coughs, the common cold, respiratory infections, sore throat, and asthma.
Hyssop essential oil can be used both aromatically and topically to remedy symptoms of respiratory conditions, relieve muscle pain, and support a healthy immune system
The most popular use of Hyssop is a spiritual bath. The hyssop bath is usually considered to be a personal ritual to remove sin and negativity in life. It is used in conjunction with psalm 51 (...purge me with hyssop and I shall be clean...), which is a psalm of repentance and contrition for sins committed.
The latter effect is used to naturally treat infections of the upper respiratory tract by inhaling vapors from hyssop decoctions. ... Since hyssop works as a diuretic (increase the urine output) it can help flush out excess sodium from the body and therefore lower the blood pressure.











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Re: Walking around corfu
« Reply #238 on: July 19, 2019, 09:47:25 AM »

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Amaranth

Amaranthus known as amaranth, is a cosmopolitan genus of annual or short-lived perennial plants. Some amaranth species are cultivated as leaf vegetables, pseudocereals, and ornamental plants. Most of the Amaranthus species are summer annual weeds and are commonly referred to as pigweed. Catkin-like cymes of densely packed flowers grow in summer or autumn. Approximately 60 species are recognized, with inflorescences and foliage ranging from purple, through red and green to gold. Members of this genus share many characteristics and uses with members of the closely related genus Celosia.known as amaranth, is a cosmopolitan genus of annual or short-lived perennial plants. Some amaranth species are cultivated as leaf vegetables, pseudocereals, and ornamental plants. Most of the Amaranthus species are summer annual weeds and are commonly referred to as pigweed. Catkin-like cymes of densely packed flowers grow in summer or autumn. Approximately 60 species are recognized, with inflorescences and foliage ranging from purple, through red and green to gold. Members of this genus share many characteristics and uses with members of the closely related genus Celosia.

 purple Amaranth Blitum  or Guernsey pigweed, It is native to the Mediterranean region, but it has been naturalized in other parts of the world, including eastern North America.    Although weedy, it is eaten in many parts of the world.
“Amaranth” derives from Greek ἀμάραντος (amárantos), “unfading”, with the Greek word for “flower”, ἄνθος (ánthos),
HABITAT Dry waste ground, Roadside
 It grows between 10 and 80 cm tall, sometimes reaching 90 cm.






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Amaranth can be used as an exceptional thickener for sauces, soups, stews, and even jellies. Eaten as a snack, amaranth can have a light, nutty, or peppery-crunchy texture and flavor. Best of all, amaranth is even more nutritious than its true-grain counterparts.
 The plant is edible from tender stems through leaves, flowers and seeds. The cooked leaves can be used variously as simple green side dishes, in quiches, green Mediterranean-style pies, bruschetta toppings, pestos, soups, and saags.
Some varieties are cultivated for their seeds and the flour produced makes a more nutritious alternative than regular flour.




The leaves are used as a febrifuge and poultice to treat inflammations, boils and abscesses.
can improve the immune system.
greens have strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties regulate blood pressure, prevent osteoporosis and heart disease.
They are an excellent dietary source of phytosterols, which reduce blood pressure and prevent heart disease and stroke.
good food for those who want to maintain or reduce their weight, but also for those who have problems with constipation.
 reduce LDL-bad cholesterol levels in the blood due to tocotrienol, a subgroup of vitamin E, as well as due to the fiber they contain.
They cover 90% of our daily needs in vitamin C and 73% of vitamin A, 57% of manganese and 19% of folic acid. It is also a source of calcium, iron, fiber, magnesium, phosphorus and potassium.
 people with anemia because they are rich in iron.
contain lysine (an essential amino acid)
 gluten free diet
 28 only calories per 100 gr. and a low glycemic index, they are ideal for those on a diet!
amaranth leaves do contain moderate levels of oxalates. For this reason,  those who suffer from rheumatoid arthritis, gouty (uric) arthritis or from kidney stones or gallstones, amaranth could exacerbate these conditions and should be avoided.




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Re: Walking around corfu
« Reply #239 on: July 19, 2019, 01:18:39 PM »


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Trumpet vines

You can see this plant around Arillas and all over Greece


Thank you for this Kevin-Beverley as I have always wondered what these flowers were as often Vasilis has decorated my table with them in Armourada :)
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