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Does anyone know what this plant is?
Pokeweed.
Poke weed berries are toxic to humans but not to wildlife and have been used to create dyes, inks, and food coloring.
Historically, Native Americans used the plant for medicinal purposes, but these uses are unproven and require extreme caution due to the plant's toxicity. The berries are also a food source for animals like birds, raccoons, and deer.
Medicinal Uses (Use with Extreme Caution)
Poke weed berries are toxic to humans but not to wildlife and have been used to create dyes, inks, and food coloring.
Historically, Native Americans used the plant for medicinal purposes, but these uses are unproven and require extreme caution due to the plant's toxicity. The berries are also a food source for animals like birds, raccoons, and deer.
Medicinal Uses (Use with Extreme Caution)
β’ Some historical uses from Native Americans and settlers included teas made from the berries to treat ailments like arthritis, rheumatism, and dysentery. β’ It was also used for skin issues like boils, acne, and ringworm. β’ However, the plant is poisonous to humans, and consuming any part of the plant without proper, careful preparation is dangerous and can lead to severe illness or death. Modern scientific research is exploring isolated compounds for potential anti-cancer and antiviral properties, but these are not the same as ingesting the entire plant. π8β€3β1
A friend of mine was crippled by an antibiotic called ciprofloxacin. A small percentage of people have extremely severe and seemingly irreversible reactions to these antibiotics, yet doctors continue to prescribe them.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/org/science/article/abs/pii/S1574886325000178
https://www.sciencedirect.com/org/science/article/abs/pii/S1574886325000178
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Chard Seed Harvesting
A biennial (2 year) seed producing plant.
To save chard seeds for yearly replanting, we must allow a few healthy chard plants to complete their full life cycle, like many leafy greens, spans usually two years.
Chard is a biennial, meaning it grows leafy greens in the first year and produces seed only in the second. (Unless in extra heat it can bolt and produce first year but not as common and its under duress.)
In its second year, chard will send up tall stalks, often reaching 4β6 feet high. These may arch or fall under their own weight which is all natural. Along the stalks, clusters of tiny green knobs that look like miniature roundish beads will form. These are the maturing seed pods.
As their life cycle ends, the plant turns yellow, then browns, and dries, returning its energy to the seed. When it is fully dried and crisp to the touch the chard seeds will be ready to harvest.
Depending on your growing bio-region you can leave the chard in ground for the 2 years but if below zone 7, its best to up root the root ball and place in covered non-freezing area and replant for second year.
To Harvest Chard Seeds:
1. Wait for full dryness.
Harvest when the plant is completely dried and has died back naturally. If it has been rained on recently, wait until itβs fully dry again before harvesting to prevent mold or rot.
2. Cut or pull the plant.
Snip the seed stalk or pull the whole chard plant from the soil. Strip the seeds off the stalk and let them fall onto a tray, bowl, or basket.
3. Cure the seeds.
Let the seeds finish drying in open air for at least 2β3 weeks. Indoors or outdoors both work just make sure they are kept in a dry, shaded place with good airflow. Stir occasionally to prevent clumping or hidden moisture.
4. Store for the future.
Once fully dried, place the seeds in a paper envelope or glass jar with lid and store in a cool, dark, and dry location.
For long-term storage, seeds can be frozen in an airtight container. Just ensure they are fully dry first, as moisture will reduce viability.
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A biennial (2 year) seed producing plant.
To save chard seeds for yearly replanting, we must allow a few healthy chard plants to complete their full life cycle, like many leafy greens, spans usually two years.
Chard is a biennial, meaning it grows leafy greens in the first year and produces seed only in the second. (Unless in extra heat it can bolt and produce first year but not as common and its under duress.)
In its second year, chard will send up tall stalks, often reaching 4β6 feet high. These may arch or fall under their own weight which is all natural. Along the stalks, clusters of tiny green knobs that look like miniature roundish beads will form. These are the maturing seed pods.
As their life cycle ends, the plant turns yellow, then browns, and dries, returning its energy to the seed. When it is fully dried and crisp to the touch the chard seeds will be ready to harvest.
Depending on your growing bio-region you can leave the chard in ground for the 2 years but if below zone 7, its best to up root the root ball and place in covered non-freezing area and replant for second year.
To Harvest Chard Seeds:
1. Wait for full dryness.
Harvest when the plant is completely dried and has died back naturally. If it has been rained on recently, wait until itβs fully dry again before harvesting to prevent mold or rot.
2. Cut or pull the plant.
Snip the seed stalk or pull the whole chard plant from the soil. Strip the seeds off the stalk and let them fall onto a tray, bowl, or basket.
3. Cure the seeds.
Let the seeds finish drying in open air for at least 2β3 weeks. Indoors or outdoors both work just make sure they are kept in a dry, shaded place with good airflow. Stir occasionally to prevent clumping or hidden moisture.
4. Store for the future.
Once fully dried, place the seeds in a paper envelope or glass jar with lid and store in a cool, dark, and dry location.
For long-term storage, seeds can be frozen in an airtight container. Just ensure they are fully dry first, as moisture will reduce viability.
Sow β Grow β Harvest β Shave Seed β Repeat ! #pfc
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Follow PLANTFORCHANGE
Use the hashtag #plantforchange
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πΏ Okra Facial Benefits for Youthful Skin
β’ Anti-aging: Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants like quercetin and beta-carotene, okra helps reduce wrinkles and fine lines A.
β’ Hydration: Its high water content keeps skin plump and moisturized B.
β’ Brightening: Vitamin C helps fade dark spots and even out skin tone B.
β’ Anti-inflammatory: Okra soothes irritated skin and reduces redness C.
β’ Collagen support: Nutrients like folate and magnesium promote collagen production B.
𧴠DIY Okra + Aloe Vera Soothing Gel
Ingredients:
β’ 3 fresh okra pods
β’ ΒΌ cup aloe vera gel
β’ 5 drops tea tree oil (optional)
Instructions:
1. Slice okra and boil in 1 cup water until soft and slimy.
2. Mash and strain to extract the gel.
3. Mix with aloe vera gel and tea tree oil.
4. Store in a clean jar.
5. Apply to clean skin and leave for 15β20 minutes. Rinse off.
β’ Anti-aging: Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants like quercetin and beta-carotene, okra helps reduce wrinkles and fine lines A.
β’ Hydration: Its high water content keeps skin plump and moisturized B.
β’ Brightening: Vitamin C helps fade dark spots and even out skin tone B.
β’ Anti-inflammatory: Okra soothes irritated skin and reduces redness C.
β’ Collagen support: Nutrients like folate and magnesium promote collagen production B.
𧴠DIY Okra + Aloe Vera Soothing Gel
Ingredients:
β’ 3 fresh okra pods
β’ ΒΌ cup aloe vera gel
β’ 5 drops tea tree oil (optional)
Instructions:
1. Slice okra and boil in 1 cup water until soft and slimy.
2. Mash and strain to extract the gel.
3. Mix with aloe vera gel and tea tree oil.
4. Store in a clean jar.
5. Apply to clean skin and leave for 15β20 minutes. Rinse off.
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