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of sunflower, and was very common in old-fashioned gardens. 
The roots, about the size of a potato, are thought to resemble 
artichokes in their taste. 
Judas’ Tree, or Red bud. Cercis canadensis. 
The brilliant clusters of crimson flowers which adorn this 
tree in the spring, and its large heart-shaped leaves, render 
it a very attractive object. A botanist tells us, “ I have often 
observed hundreds of the common humble bees lying dead 
under these trees while in flower.” Its fatality to insects gives 
it the appellation of Judas’ tree. There is also a tradition that 
Judas hung himself upon it. 
Ladies’ Slipper. Cypripedium. 
A great many varieties of this curious and beautiful orchid 
are found wild in America. Some are yellow, some white, 
some purple. 
Lady’s Smocls. Cardamine. 
Frequent allusions to this flower are found in the early 
English poets. The name was given from the pure whiteness 
of the flowers, in the variety most common. It was also, for 
the same reason, dedicated to the Virgin Mary, and called 
Our Lady’s Flower. Another name is Cuckoo-flower. 
