For our concept idea we mainly focused on the Scottish BlueBell as it was mentioned in some of the websites that it is a scottish icon. So we were inspired by the shape and the form of the flower. Therefore we started researeching more about the bluebell and starting from this pooint we come of we different solutions to develope our ideas and thoughts based on it.
Medicinal uses of scottish bluebell Anti-Fungal.
The root has been chewed in the treatment of heart and lung problems. An infusion of the roots has been used as eardrops for sore ears. A decoction of the plant has been drunk or used as a wash in the treatment of sore eyes.
Non-medical uses of scottish bluebell
As a food, leaves can be eaten, raw or cooked but they are hardly substantial enough to be worth it.
50% of the world’s bluebells found in the UK.
The iconic blue-purple flowers traditionally begin blooming in the warmer south and the shimmering carpets spread further north as the season progresses. Around half of all bluebells in the world are found in the UK and our native species is protected.
Some Top Bluebell’s site around Scotland :
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We have done some research about scotland and the important icons of the country. We came up with different images and informations that might help us develop or concept idea.