An Anglo-Saxon charm?

 

 

Flower, unidentified, August 2013

 

Possibly Betony,  Stachys officinalis.

Used by the Anglo-Saxons for protection, according to Wild Flowers by Fletcher.

Pictures taken August 23.

If you can confirm identification please leave a comment below.

 

Flower, unidentified, August 2013

 

Flower, unidentified, August 2013

 

 

 

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