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and, when once established, will last for many years. Propagated 
from cuttings, in spring and autumn. 
RUE, COMMON.*—(RvuTA GRAVEOLENS. ) 
The leaves of this plant have a powerful unpleasant odor, and a 
hot, bitter, nauseous taste. When green, they will inflame and 
blister the skin, but looses this property in drying. Medicinally, 
it is stimulant and antispasmodic. Propagated from cuttings, in 
spring and autumn. 
SAGE, GARDEN.*—(sanvia OFFICINALIS.) 
Used for various culinary purposes, and in some cases medicin- 
ally. It was formerly in great repute in medicine. Wet ground 
is not congenial to its growth. May be propagated from seed, 
cuttings, or divisions of the root. The shoots of the present year 
should be employed for cuttings, as they root freely, and if moder- 
ately watered till rooted, will form strong plants the first season. 
Ag soon as the foliage has matured, Sage should be cut to within 
two eyes of the present year’s growth, dried in the shade, placed 
in paper bags, and hung up in a dry situation. By this method, 
a second crop may be obtained. 
SAVORY. 
There are two varieties of this plant cultivated for various culi- 
nary, and some medicinal purposes. Winter Savory (SaTuREJA 
MonTaNA) is a perennial plant, and may be propagated from seed, 
cuttings, or offsets, the middle of spring. Summer Savory (s4- 
TUREJA HORTENSIS) is an annual, and should be planted every year 
if wanted in perfection. Both varieties are much esteemed for 
their warm, aromatic, and pungent leaves. Should be cut and 
dried as directed for Sage. 
TANSY.#—(TANACETUM VULGARE.) 
The common Tansy has a strong aromatic smell and a bitter 
taste. It is stimulant and carminative, and a distilled water and 
