Oats

Oats

Avena sativa, A. fatua

MEDICINAL: Oats are a traditional food for those recovering from an illness. It also supplies

necessary fiber in the diet. Oats made into packs and pastes clear up many skin disorders, such as acne.

RELIGIOUS: Oats are used in prosperity and money spells, and in rituals to the harvest.

GROWING: Oats are an annual grass that grows up to 4 feet tall. Easiest to purchase from a health

food store, as much is needed to be beneficial, and takes up more room than the average gardener has

available. It does make a pretty ornamental grass in the garden and around foundations.