Name that Teaching
What is Douglas Fir's plant teaching?
Adapt/Adaptability
Which plant's teaching is "Patience?"
(Daily Double)
Oak
"My thorns protect me
From those who collect me
But if you respect me
I can make you strong
I’ve got red or black berries
Cause my species varies
And the bird, she carries
My courage to you"
Hawthorn
What are the chorus lyrics to "Western Red Cedar?"
"If I'm living, then I'm giving. Western Red Cedar"
Name one use for Hawthorn mentioned in the song?
Tea, heart medicine
What is Wild Rose's plant teaching?
(Daily Double)
Love, Protection and Acceptance
Which plant's teaching is "Reciprocity?"
Camas
"The story says many springs ago,
Some kittens fell into the river flow
They were spotted by a nearby tree..."
Willow
What are the chorus lyrics to the "Dandelion" song?
"My flowers, my roots, and my leaves"
Name one use for Western Red Cedar mentioned in the song?
House, canoe, clothing, basketry, art
What is Usnea Lichen's plant teaching?
Both/And thinking
Which plant's teaching is "Embrace the Moment?"
Wild Strawberry
"Well, I’ve been here for millions of years
I’ve seen a lot of changes, but I’m still here.
Cause my bark protects me, puts the fire out
My needles withstand the cold and drought"
(Daily Double)
Douglas Fir
What are the chorus lyrics to the "Salmonberry" song?
“I’m connected to the season, you are the reason. Come on Salmonberry, come on connect with me”
Name one use for Willow, mentioned in the song?
Structures, basketry, fences, saving kittens
What is Licorice Fern's plant teaching?
Find your voice
Which plant's teaching is "Clarity & Focus?"
Mint
"Purple flowers in an open field
Adds some beauty to a barren scape
Red stems, standing tall and strong
Covered in leaves of a willow-shape
Well, one day the wind blew hard
Their fluffy seeds knew it was time to fly
They said, “Oh boy, it’s time to find a new home”
We gotta go now, I guess this is goodbye"
Fireweed
What are the chorus lyrics to the "Alder" song?
“Alder seeds won’t be denied, through fires, clear-cuts and landslides...give the plants/animals an opportunity, builds a strong forest community, yeah, that's Alder!"
Name one use for Cottonwood mentioned in the song?
(Daily Double)
Balm/salve, keeps water cool, home for animals
What is Plantain's plant teaching?
Self soothe
Which plant's plant teaching is "Boundaries?"
Yarrow
"My waxy evergreen
Strong as you’ve ever seen
My leaves and branches endure through it all
And through the pounding rain
Heavy wind, I won’t complain
A little shrub withstands the mighty squall"
Salal
What are the chorus lyrics to the "Bigleaf Maple" song?
(Daily Double)
“But each autumn you shed all your leaves instead, shed your leaves instead, orange yellow and red. To the forest floor, don't need you no more. Don't need you no more, it's time to let go."
Name one use for Nettle mentioned in the song
Medicine, rinse your hair, food, tea