I started collecting plants used in Chinese herbal medicine. Some I planted at home, some around our office. Many of these plants are very ornamental and can be found at local garden centers.
Peony.
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Balloon flowers.
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Honeysuckle.
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Lily turf.
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Poppy.
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Chrysanthemum.
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Some plants are more specialized I have to order them on-line.
Goji berries.
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Mountian yam.
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And some planted themselves in my garden without permission.
Dandelion and plantain.
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Do you have Chinese medicinal herbs in your garden?