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AlmondsAlmondhttps://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=AlmondsUsed in marmalade; almonds were common sweetmeat enrichers.CHAPTER X §12. Marmalade made of Honie.
AppleApplehttps://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=AppleForage in Taurus; also used in preserves and bee-feeding.CHAPTER II §9. Beset with trees and bushes.; CHAPTER VI §37. Taurus; CHAPTER VIII §10. The Bees food.; CHAPTER X §12. Marmalade made of Honie.
Arch-angellArchangel (Lamium album)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=Arch-angellAromatic herb; bees visit occasionally; medicinal warm herb.CHAPTER VI §38. Gemini; CHAPTER VI §48. Scorpio.
BarberyBarberry (Berberis vulgaris)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=BarberyForage bloom in Taurus/Gemini; valued for nectar.CHAPTER VI §37. Taurus
BarleyBarley (Hordeum vulgare)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=BarleyListed as food substitute for bees; not a preferred nectar source.CHAPTER VI §50. They gather Honie out of poison.
Beane-topsBean tops (Vicia faba)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=Beane-topsUsed to scent hives; bean flowers occasionally visited.CHAPTER III §12. The seasoning of them.
BeaneBean (Vicia faba)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=BeaneCHAPTER II §7. Neither very cold in Winter, nor very hot in Summer.; CHAPTER III §12. The seasoning of them.; CHAPTER VI §38. Gemini
BearefootColtsfoot (Tussilago farfara)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=BearefootForage in Pisces; early spring flowering plant.CHAPTER VI §35. What Pisces yeeldeth.
BeechBeech (Fagus sylvatica)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=BeechListed among plants flowering in Taurus; minor nectar tree.CHAPTER VI §37. Taurus
BenetAvens (Geum urbanum)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=Benet‘Bennet’ or herb Bennet; medicinal; bees visit its small flowers.CHAPTER VI §39. Cancer
BethwynPossibly Betony (Stachys officinalis) — uncertainhttps://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=BethwynBetony; used in remedies; aromatic warm herb.CHAPTER III §22. The belt or garth.
BlackberieBlackberry (Rubus fruticosus)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=BlackberieCHAPTER V §10. Late swarmes.; CHAPTER VI §39. Cancer
BlackthorneBlackthorn / Sloe (Prunus spinosa)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=BlackthorneEarly spring blossom in Aries; bees visit for nectar.CHAPTER VI §36. What Aries.
BoxBox (Buxus sempervirens)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=BoxAries plant yielding early nectar.CHAPTER VI §36. What Aries.; CHAPTER X §12. Marmalade made of Honie.
BrambleBramble (Rubus spp.)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=BrambleClosely linked with blackberry; forage in summer.CHAPTER III §22. The belt or garth.
BrierBriar (Rosa/Rubus spp.)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=BrierDog-rose; occasional nectar source.CHAPTER III §22. The belt or garth.
CharlockeCharlock (Sinapis arvensis)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=CharlockeCHAPTER VI §37. Taurus
CherryCherryhttps://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=CherryEarly fruit blossom in Taurus; major honey plant.CHAPTER II §9. Beset with trees and bushes.; CHAPTER VI §37. Taurus
Cherry-treeCherry tree (Prunus avium)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=Cherry-treeAs above; swarm trees also.CHAPTER II §9. Beset with trees and bushes.
CinamomCinnamon (Cinnamomum verum)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=CinamomSpice added to honey confections.CHAPTER X §12. Marmalade made of Honie.
ClovesCloves (Syzygium aromaticum)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=ClovesSpice used in methaglen and preserves.CHAPTER X §; CHAPTER X §12. Marmalade made of Honie.
CockbellHarebell (Campanula rotundifolia) — likelyhttps://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=CockbellWood flower in Taurus; minor nectar source.CHAPTER VI §37. Taurus
CrabCrabapple (Malus sylvestris)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=CrabCrab-apple; strong honey plant in May.CHAPTER VI §37. Taurus
CrowpickesPossibly Corncockle (Agrostemma githago) — uncertainhttps://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=CrowpickesListed in Taurus blooms; likely meadow flowers bees forage.CHAPTER VI §37. Taurus
DaffadillDaffodil (Narcissus spp.)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=DaffadillAries flowering; early-season nectar.CHAPTER VI §36. What Aries.
DamascensDamsons (Prunus domestica subsp. insititia)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=DamascensDamsons used in preserves with honey.CHAPTER X §14. Preserves.
DandelionDandelion (Taraxacum officinale)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=DandelionOne of the longest-lasting forage plants for bees.CHAPTER VI §46. Virgo.; CHAPTER VI §34. Dandelion continueth longest.; CHAPTER VI §47. Libra.; CHAPTER VI §48. Scorpio.
DazyDaisy (Bellis perennis)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=DazyDaisy; early forage of moderate value.CHAPTER VI §35. What Pisces yeeldeth.; CHAPTER VI §34. Dandelion continueth longest.
ElderElder (Sambucus nigra)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=ElderBlooms in Gemini; bees visit the flowers lightly.CHAPTER VI §38. Gemini
FennellFennel (Foeniculum vulgare)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=FennellHive-scenting herb; aromatic warm stimulant.CHAPTER V §51. The Brush.
FigFig (Ficus carica)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=FigSuggested artificial bee food; classical reference.CHAPTER VIII §10. The Bees food.
FilberdHazelnut (Corylus avellana)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=FilberdCHAPTER II §9. Beset with trees and bushes.
FumitorieFumitory (Fumaria officinalis)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=FumitorieGemini plant; medicinal herb not strongly preferred by bees.CHAPTER VI §38. Gemini
GiliflowerGillyflower (Dianthus or Matthiola spp.)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=GiliflowerClove-gillyflower; used in conserves; not attractive to bees.CHAPTER X §12. Marmalade made of Honie.; CHAPTER VI §50. They gather Honie out of poison.
GingerGinger (Zingiber officinale)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=GingerSpice used in honey preparations.CHAPTER X §12. Marmalade made of Honie.
GooseberyGooseberry (Ribes uva-crispa)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=GooseberySpring fruit; bees forage lightly; used in preserves.CHAPTER VI §37. Taurus
HawthorneHawthorn (Crataegus monogyna)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=HawthorneGemini flowering; bees visit abundantly.CHAPTER VI §38. Gemini
HazellHazel (Corylus avellana)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=HazellHazel; earliest pollen (Pisces).CHAPTER III §12. The seasoning of them.; CHAPTER V §51. The Brush.; CHAPTER VI §35. What Pisces yeeldeth.; CHAPTER VI §40. Of Honie-dewes.& 41. The Bees worke most earnestly in a Honie-dew.; CHAPTER III §1. Two sorts of Hives.
HeathHeather (Calluna vulgaris)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=HeathLate-summer honey plant in Virgo/Libra; strong regional honey.CHAPTER VI §46. Virgo.; CHAPTER VI §47. Libra.; CHAPTER VI §44. The time when they fall.
HenbaneHenbane (Hyoscyamus niger)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=HenbanePoisonous weed; bees still gather honey safely from it.CHAPTER VI §50. They gather Honie out of poison.
HollieHolly (Ilex aquifolium)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=HollieCHAPTER VI §38. Gemini
HolyhockHollyhock (Alcea rosea)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=HolyhockRemedy plant for stings; emollient warm herb.CHAPTER I §33. How to prevent the paine and swelling. [of a sting]
Honie-suckleHoneysuckle (Lonicera spp.)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=Honie-suckleBoth red and white; white preferred; strong nectar source.CHAPTER VI §38. Gemini; CHAPTER VI §45 What Leo yeeldeth.
HouseleekeHouseleek (Sempervivum tectorum)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=HouseleekeCooling herb used for bee sting remedies.CHAPTER I §33. How to prevent the paine and swelling. [of a sting]
HysopHyssop (Hyssopus officinalis)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=HysopUsed to scent hives and in medicinal salves.CHAPTER X §38. Another.; CHAPTER III §12. The seasoning of them.
IvieIvy (Hedera helix)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=IvieLate-year nectar in Libra/Scorpio.CHAPTER I §33. How to prevent the paine and swelling. [of a sting]; CHAPTER VI §48. Scorpio.; CHAPTER VI §47. Libra.
Knap-weedKnapweed (Centaurea nigra)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=Knap-weedKey summer nectar plant; major honey producer.CHAPTER V §10. Late swarmes.; CHAPTER VI §46. Virgo.; CHAPTER VI §45 What Leo yeeldeth.; CHAPTER VI §39. Cancer
LavenderLavender (Lavandula angustifolia)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=LavenderForaged in Leo; prized but often harvested by humans first.CHAPTER II §9. Beset with trees and bushes.; CHAPTER VI §45 What Leo yeeldeth.
Lide-lilieLily (general) — uncertain which specieshttps://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=Lide-lilieEarly lily; Aries nectar plant.CHAPTER VI §Ch VI. 36. What Aries.
MalowesMallows (Malva spp.)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=MalowesRemedy herb; also summer nectar.CHAPTER VI §46. Virgo.; CHAPTER VI §45 What Leo yeeldeth.; CHAPTER VI §39. Cancer
MapleMaple (Acer spp.)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=MapleHighly important nectar tree in Taurus–Gemini.CHAPTER VI §37. Taurus; CHAPTER VI §38. Gemini; CHAPTER VI §40. Of Honie-dewes.& 41. The Bees worke most earnestly in a Honie-dew.
MargeromMarjoram (Origanum majorana)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=MargeromCHAPTER V §59. How if upon the body of a tree.
MargsMayweed (Anthemis or Cotula spp.)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=MargsMayweed; foul smell; noted as poisonous but honey harmless.CHAPTER VI §50. They gather Honie out of poison.
MarigoldMarigold (Calendula officinalis)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=MarigoldUsed medicinally for stings; warm herb.CHAPTER I §33. How to prevent the paine and swelling. [of a sting]
MeloneMelon (Cucumis melo)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=MeloneMelon flowers visited in Leo.CHAPTER VI §45 What Leo yeeldeth.
NettleNettle (Urtica dioica)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=NettleMentioned during swarm handling; bees sometimes cluster on stems.CHAPTER V §78. The causes of a swarme going home againe.; CHAPTER V §59. How if upon the body of a tree.
OakeOak (Quercus robur)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=OakeChief tree for honeydew; massively attractive.CHAPTER I §44. Their smelling very quicke.; CHAPTER VI §Ch VI. 40. Of Honie-dewes.& 41. The Bees worke most earnestly in a Honie-dew.; CHAPTER III §12. The seasoning of them.
ParsleyParsley (Petroselinum crispum)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=ParsleyUsed in salves; cooling remedy herb.CHAPTER X §37. A Salve for a greene wound.
PearePear (Pyrus communis)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=PeareCHAPTER VI §37. Taurus; CHAPTER X §12. Marmalade made of Honie.
Peare-mainePearmain apple (Malus domestica cultivar)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=Peare-mainePear variety used in preserves.CHAPTER X §12. Marmalade made of Honie.
PeasePeas (Pisum sativum)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=PeasePea flowers not much visited; included among tall obstructive plants.CHAPTER II §7. Neither very cold in Winter, nor very hot in Summer.; CHAPTER VI §50. They gather Honie out of poison.
PipinPippin apple (Malus domestica cultivar)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=PipinApple variety used in honey preserves.CHAPTER X §14. Preserves.; CHAPTER X §12. Marmalade made of Honie.
PlantanPlantain (Plantago major)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=PlantanCooling herb in salves; also mild forage.CHAPTER X §37. A Salve for a greene wound.; CHAPTER VI §Ch VI. 38. Gemini
PlumPlum (Prunus domestica)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=PlumStrong spring forage.CHAPTER V §51. The Brush.; CHAPTER II §9. Beset with trees and bushes.; CHAPTER VI §37. Taurus; CHAPTER X [missing]
Plum-treePlum tree (Prunus domestica)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=Plum-treeAlso a preferred swarm-tree.CHAPTER V §51. The Brush; CHAPTER II §9. Beset with trees and bushes; CHAPTER VI §37. Taurus
QuincesQuince (Cydonia oblonga)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=QuincesUsed for marmalade with honey.CHAPTER X §14. Preserves.; CHAPTER X §12. Marmalade made of Honie.
RedweedPossibly Redshank (Persicaria maculosa)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=RedweedPoisonous weed yielding surprisingly good honey.CHAPTER VI §46. Virgo.; CHAPTER VI §45 What Leo yeeldeth.; CHAPTER VI §50. They gather Honie out of poison.
RibwortRibwort plantain (Plantago lanceolata)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=RibwortPlantain species; bees visit occasionally.CHAPTER VI §38. Gemini
RoseRose (Rosa spp.)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=RoseUsed in conserves and syrups; not preferred by bees.CHAPTER X §14. Preserves.; CHAPTER VI §50. They gather Honie out of poison.; CHAPTER V §51. The Brush.; CHAPTER X §; CHAPTER VI §Ch VI. Of the Bees Worke / 37. Taurus; CHAPTER X §25. The Queenes Methaeglen.; CHAPTER X §15. Conserves.
Rose-marieRosemary (Salvia rosmarinus)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=Rose-marieCHAPTER X §25. The Queenes Methaeglen.
RueRue (Ruta graveolens)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=RueKey sting remedy; classical medicinal herb.CHAPTER I §33. How to prevent the paine and swelling. [of a sting]
SavourieSavory (Satureja hortensis)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=SavourieHive-scenting herb; aromatic stimulant.CHAPTER III §12. The seasoning of them.
Slow-treeSloe (Prunus spinosa)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=Slow-treeCHAPTER VI §37. Taurus
ThistleThistle (Cirsium spp.)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=ThistleStrong summer forage; rich pollen.CHAPTER VI §45 What Leo yeeldeth.
TymeThyme (Thymus vulgaris)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=TymeCHAPTER III §12. The seasoning of them.; CHAPTER VI §45 What Leo yeeldeth.; CHAPTER X §25. The Queenes Methaeglen.; CHAPTER VI §Ch VI. 39. Cancer
VetchVetch (Vicia spp.)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=VetchOne of the most important forage plants; sustained summer honey.CHAPTER VI §Ch VI. 38. Gemini; CHAPTER VI §Ch VI. 39. Cancer; CHAPTER VI §49. The Bees gather but of one kinde of of flower in one voyage.; CHAPTER VI §Ch VI. Of the Bees Worke / 37. Taurus; CHAPTER VI §45 What Leo yeeldeth.
VioletViolet (Viola odorata)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=VioletUsed in conserves; also early spring nectar.CHAPTER VI §35. What Pisces yeeldeth.; CHAPTER X §
WardensWarden pear (medieval cultivar of Pyrus communis)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=WardensWarden pears; cooked in honey preserves.CHAPTER VIII §10. The Bees food.; CHAPTER X §12. Marmalade made of Honie.
WheatWheat (Triticum aestivum)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=WheatGrain; mentioned as neglected by bees.CHAPTER VII §31. How they begin the fray.; CHAPTER III §16. How to make a hackle.; CHAPTER VI §50. They gather Honie out of poison.
WillowWillow (Salix spp.)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=WillowWithy; early nectar and pollen source.CHAPTER III §12. The seasoning of them.
Withy-palmeWillow catkins (Salix spp.)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=Withy-palmePussy willow; Aries bloom.CHAPTER VI §36. What Aries.
Winter GiliflowreWinter gillyflower (Matthiola incana)https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=Winter%20GiliflowreWinter gillyflower; early forage in Pisces.CHAPTER VI §35. What Pisces yeeldeth.
spp. means this is the name for plural species