This made the cornflower a symbol of resistance in its own way.
Cotton, ragi and cornflowers are all grown here.
In herbalism, a decoction of cornflower is effective in treating conjunctivitis, and as a wash for tired eyes.
The cornflower is also part of the young girls' festive garland.
The blossoms of the cornflower have a particularly striking graphic appearance which has led to its use by artists for decorative purposes.
They ring the doorbell, and a beautiful woman, with long shoulder-length curly blonde hair and cornflower blue eyes, answers the door.
Other colours and flowers may also be chosen to better coordinate with whatever else is being worn, such as a blue cornflower.
They are initially a rich cornflower blue, to lilac then finally ochre-cinnamon, with slightly scalloped edge.
