Common Kidney Vetch
Taken on Tiree on 30th July 2013 using Nikon D40X with Nikon 300 mm zoom lens.
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Common Kidney Vetch.
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AKA: 		Anthyllis vulneraria.
Fabales.
Fabaceae.
Perennial.
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 Dry grasslands and rocky environments.
June - September.
July - October.
5 - 40 cms.
The Latin name vulneraria means "wound healer". It helps the process of skin regeneration, and acts as a remedy for skin eruptions, slow healing wounds, cuts and bruises. Used internally, Kidney Vetch has a laxative effect, helping in cases of constipation.