Plant Type: This is a herbaceous plant, it is a annual which can reach 76cm in height (30inches). The genus name, Triodanis, is from the Greek treis (three) and odous (tooth), referring to the three lobes of the calyx that surround those flowers that don’t bloom. This wildflower grows in canyons and on rocky hillsides in the uplands and mountains and … Ok I know we have a class on this. Duration: Annual Growth Habit: Herb/Forb Arizona Native Status: Native Habitat: Riparian, Upland, Mountain (lower elevation). It is very abundant here where I live. 1) clover 2) cleavers 3) triodanis perfoliata Prov 27:17 Raw, they are crisp and crunchy, similar to a … Usually about half that height. These bloom in May. But I believe this will be fun to do. They are firm and white and are normally 3-4 inches long. If you are not sure what you are looking for, try the Combination Search or our Recommended Species lists. Will start it off. The most frequent request we receive is for control recommendations. Triodanis perfoliata (Venus’ looking glass) Uvularia puberula (Mountain bellwort) V – W – X. Venus’ looking glass (Triodanis perfoliata) Verbascum thapsus (Common mullein) Verbesina alternifolia Wild comfrey (Cynoglossum virginianum) Wild yam (Dioscorea villosa) Wingstem (Verbesina alternifolia) Wintergreen (Gaultheria procumbens) Y – Z Finne a wild edible plant or tree take a pic of it an post it. Here’s another one whose leaves grow in a distinctive way. Triodanis perfoliata (Clasping venus's looking-glass) Search for native plants by scientific name, common name or family. Venus' Looking Glass Triodanis perfoliata /Bluebell Family May 18, 2005 The name of this plant alludes to the shiny black seeds. Britton, N.L., and A. Clasping venus’s looking glass (Triodanis perfoliata) Clasping venus’s looking glass (Triodanis perfoliata), before flowering. 3 vols. U. Poultices of Umbellularia leaves were used to treat rheumatism and neuralgias. Flower: Clusters of 2 to 6 stalkless, tubular flowers in the leaf axils. ... Scientific Name --Triodanis perfoliata . A tea was made from the leaves to treat stomach aches, colds, sore throats, and to clear up mucus in the lungs. The common name, Venus’ looking glass, refers to the seeds, which are slightly flattened and said to resemble a hand mirror. Harebell Family (Campanulaceae) The tubers are the desirable, edible part of the plant and somewhat resemble the tail of a rattlesnake. Now just give it about a day then tell us what it is or you can give hints like 1) 2) or 3) with one of the being the right name. Venus' Looking-glass (Triodanis perfoliata) Venus' Looking-glass is also known as Clasping Venus' Looking-glass. I took this photo on Februry 13, when I first noticed them in the yard. We cannot provide that information on this web site. Brown. Corn Salad is a wonderful wild edible green for the late winter and early spring here in east Texas! Weed control recommendations that are appropriate for New Jersey may not be appropriate for someone living in another state. Plant Name. ... Specularia perfoliata, Legousia perfoliata. The tubers can be eaten raw or cooked and require no peeling. The leaves clasp the stem from which the species name arises. Clerodendrum fragrans pleniflorum - Glasshouse Works. The leaves were steeped in hot water to make an infusion that was used to wash sores. They are not very big, so Venus must have had to look very closely to see her reflection in them! 1913. Flowers are velvety, purple brown to red, ½ to ¾ inch long. Triodanis perfoliata, see article for full information. Scientific Name: Triodanis holzingeri Synonym: Specularia holzingeri Common Names: Holzinger's Venus' Looking-glass, Western Venus Lookinglass Plant Characteristics. Simply wash them off. 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