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are numerous, but indefinite in number and separate (Fig. 427). 
A few of the well-known plants of this family are the Anemone, 
Clematis, Larkspur, Columbine, Hepatica, Marsh Marigold, and 
Peony. The Wolfsbane or Aconite, which contains the virulent 
poison aconite, and the Golden Seal, which yields the drug hydras- 
tis, are medicinal plants of considerable importance. Belonging 
Fic. 428. — American-grown Camphor trees. From Yearbook, U. 8. 
Dept. Agr. 
to other families grouped in the same order with the Buttercups, 
are the Magnolias, trees and shrubs noted for their large flowers 
and including the Tulip tree, a noted timber tree. Also the 
Barberries, the tropical Nutmeg tree, and the Laurels belong 
to the same order. The Laurels include such plants as the Sas- 
safras, Cinnamon, and Camphor tree (Fig. 428) 
Mustard Family (Cruciferae).—The flowers of this family 
generally have four sepals, four petals, and six stamens. The 
