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Austin PBS Specials

Wildflowers | Seeds of History

Discover the facts and legends behind the wildflowers that captivate us every spring.

Aired 03/09/2011 | Rating NR

Austin PBS Specials

Wildflowers | Seeds of History

Special | 55m 58s

Discover the facts and legends behind the wildflowers that captivate us every spring.

Discover the facts and legends behind the wildflowers that captivate us every spring. Why do we always see picturesque cattle among bluebonnets? Where did Indian blanket get its name? How did Native Americans and settling pioneers use wildflowers for food, medicinal cures, and to create distinctive tattoos? How are they being used today to cure cancer? Why are some years better than others?

Aired 03/09/2011 | Rating NR

Austin PBS Specials is a local public television program presented by Austin PBS

Austin PBS Specials

Wildflowers | Seeds of History

Special | 55m 58s

Discover the facts and legends behind the wildflowers that captivate us every spring. Why do we always see picturesque cattle among bluebonnets? Where did Indian blanket get its name? How did Native Americans and settling pioneers use wildflowers for food, medicinal cures, and to create distinctive tattoos? How are they being used today to cure cancer? Why are some years better than others?

Aired 03/09/2011 | Rating NR

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Austin PBS Specials is a local public television program presented by Austin PBS

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