This vigorous, evergreen plant is a relentless grower that covers and climbs everything and anything it encounters. It’s a native of East Asia and is found on Japan’s southern islands, in eastern China, and in Vietnam.  The name of the species is derived from the Latin word pumilus, which translates to dwarf and refers to the miniature heart-shaped leaves produced by the plant. Creeping fig reminds us to follow our own purpose as we have the ability to change the direction of our life no matter the circumstances. 

Properties:  While not known to have any specific properties, it’s commonly consumed in certain asian countries made into a refreshing juice or a jello.

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The leaves of this tree are very distinctive, one side is dark green and the underside is light, almost white. This dichotomy between darkness and light didn’t go unnoticed by our predecessors. In Greco-Roman mythology, Leuke was one of the most beautiful Oceanid nymphs, a daughter of the Titan Oceanus. The story goes that Hades fell in love with her and took her to the underworld. She stayed there for the rest of her life and after her death, Hades turned her into a sacred white poplar tree. The tree also has ties with Heracles, who is said to receive a white poplar crown after his heroic return from the underworld. 

Properties:  In alternative medicine, white poplar is said to have astringent, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory qualities

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Properties: It’s believed that Korean pine tree seed oil helps with weight loss, however there is not enough scientific data to support this claim.

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This popular ornamental plant is native to Tibet and southwestern China and according to the study carried out in the UK, the bushy, hairy-leaved varieties of cotoneaster are “super plants” that can help soak up air pollution. The leaves for this piece of jewelry were foraged from a shrub in Seoul. Some of the leaves grow in a heart shape, so you can choose from 2 different versions. 

Properties: several species of Cotoneaster are used for medicinal purposes such as cardiotonic, diuretic, expectorant and antiviral in different countries. The medicinal uses of the species range from helping with diabetes mellitus and hemorrhoids, to being used as an expectorant in Anatolia folk medicine.

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Properties: English ivy contains antioxidants and has antiallergic and antispasmodic properties. It can also reduce cough and is found useful in asthma, allergies, and bronchitis. It’s also applied to the skin to treat burns, infection, joint pain, swelling, and nerve pain.

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Anise, also known as Sweet cicely is an entirely edible plant that just as the name suggests – tastes sweet. In some cultures it’s believed that cicely imparts joy and happiness and it reminds us to enjoy the small moments in life. The seed for this piece of jewelry was picked from the anise flower next to an old wooden house in Vauxhall.

Properties: When consumed in the form of tea, it alleviates breathing difficulties associated with bronchitis or asthma. The tea is useful for those with upper respiratory tract infections such as flu and common cold.

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Properties: Burdock is a natural diuretic and it’s believed to help with cleansing the urine and purifying the blood.

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Also known as Traveller’s Joy, this plant isn’t content with staying just in one place – it has the ability to climb and wrap around any surface, it’s always on the move, searching and growing. The buds for this piece of jewelry foraged from a flower growing in the busy Copenhagen street. Clematis encourages us to never stop exploring everything the world and nature have to offer.

Properties: It’s used to lessen arthritic and joint pain and to calm abdominal distention and abdominal pain. Clematis vitalba is also an important herb in Chinese medicine, used to treat various illnesses.

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The poppy seeds used for this piece of jewelry foraged from a small forgotten and overgrown green patch in Copenhagen. There are over 100 species of poppies and you can find them almost anywhere in the world, from the burning deserts to the cold tundras. Believed to aid in restful sleep, poppy encourages us to develop our own sense of inner peace.  

properties: Like most seeds, poppy seeds are rich in fiber, plant fats, and various other nutrients. Poppy seeds are particularly rich in manganese, a trace element important for bone health and blood clotting. This mineral also helps your body utilize amino acids, fats, and carbs. The seeds can be cold-pressed to produce poppy seed oil, which is especially rich in omega-6 and omega-9 fats.

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The heart shaped caper used for this piece of jewelry was from a bush foraged growing next to the overgrown well on the way to Villa Medici in Rome. Caper is native to Mediterranean countries and is frequently used in their cuisine. In ancient times it was believed it holds aphrodisiac properties, today it reminds us to live our life filled with passion, be it for life itself or the things we believe in. 

Properties: Every three serving of fig offers about 5 grams of fiber. That high concentration of fiber helps promote healthy, regular bowel function and helps to prevent constipation. Dried figs have high content of Vitamin C, Vitamin E and calcium. The active ingredients found in dried figs act as antioxidants that help to eradicate free radicals and prevent oxidative stress that results in age spots, wrinkles and other blemishes.

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