Linseed (Flax)
Botanical Name: Linum usitatissimum
Family Name: Linaceae
Plant Description: Slender plant grown for oil-rich seeds and fiber
Ecosystem: Cultivated fields
Size: 30–100 cm
Shape: Straight stems with narrow leaves
Geographical Origin: Middle East
Current Distribution: Worldwide
Flower Shapes and Colours: Sky-blue five-petaled flowers
Seed Types and Size: Small, flat brown or golden seeds
Uses: Food, fiber, oil
Parts Used: Seeds
Medicinal Uses: High in omega-3s, supports digestion and heart health
Planetary Influences: Mercury
Metaphysical Uses: Communication, flexibility
Elemental Association: Air