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Rest Harrow

a common European leguminous plant, Ononis arvensis, akin to the brooms. It is plentiful in RESTIGOUCHE stiff clay land in some parts, and derives its name from its long and strong matted roots arresting the progress of the harrow. The stems are annual, often woody or shrubby, and hairy; the flowers, mostly solitary, large, and handsome, are of a brilliant rose color. Rest harrow is also called cammock.

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