Flax

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[edit] Scientific Name of Plant

Linum usitatissimum

[edit] Description

[edit] Origin and History

"It is native to the region extending from the eastern Mediterranean to India" (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flax).
"Flax is thought to have originated in the Mediterranean region of Europe" (http://www.hort.purdue.edu/newcrop/afcm/flax.html).

[edit] Parts of Plant Used

seeds, oil
The fiber is used to make linen

[edit] Cultivation and Harvesting

[edit] Uses and Properties

[edit] Nutritional Value

High in the Omega 3 fatty acid Alpha linolenic acid
Rich in lignan, which is a phytoestrogen, an antioxidant
May help reduce cholesterol
May help lower blood pressure

[edit] More Information

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