Sunday, January 31, 2010

Rue

I just brushed the silvery green leaves of my rue plant which emits topnotes of diesel fuel and coconut perhaps karo karounde.

A powerful plant, the oil an abortifacient used by midwives of old. Delicate looking it emits scent quickly upon the lightest touch, perhaps a warning to certain insects. 









photo: Rue Lura Astor