Flax, also known as common flax or linseed, is a flowering plant, Linum usitatissimum, in the family Linaceae. It is cultivated as a food and fiber crop in regions of the world with temperate …

Feb 8, 2025 · Flax is a flowering plant cultivated both for its fiber, from which linen is made, and for its nutritious seeds, from which linseed oil is obtained. Though flax has lost some of its …

Flax (Linum usitatissimum) is cool-season annual broadleaf best used in cover crop mixes. Flax is an excellent soil compaction fighter and performs very well in drought conditions. Planting …

As settlers moved west, flax was one of the first crops produced. North Dakota farmers have grown flax since prairie sod was broken. Producers grow two types of flax: seed flax for the oil …

Aug 9, 2024 · The flax plant is a veritable supermarket that produces fiber for making linen cloth, tasty seeds, and more. Horticultural expert Sarah Jay discusses how to grow and care for this …

Flax (Linum usitatissimum L.) is an important crop globally that is valued as a food and feed additive and for its oil and fiber. Flax is one of the oldest cultivated crops. It is native to the …

Flax is a valuable crop due to its versatility and offers a more sustainable alternative to fast fashion. It requires fewer pesticides and water compared to other crops used in textile …

Flax was one of the most important crops to early American farmers and to the economy of our emerging nation. Grown in almost every state east of the Mississippi River, and some beyond, …

Flax is an excellent companion crop to help establish small seeded grasses and legumes. Plant characteristics that favor its use as a companion crop are (1) limited leaf area and short …

Dec 10, 2024 · Flax (Linum usitatissimum) is a versatile plant that has been cultivated for thousands of years for its fiber, seeds, and oil. Whether you’re interested in growing flax for its …