Originally Posted by
xman
I believe this is slightly incorrect.
Heath, the common plant badge for Clan Donald is a member of the Heather family, but the plant you show is
Common Heather. That doesn't stop me from wearing it though as it grows all over the city and it's close enough.
Depends on who you ask. I've seen Heath listed, and I've seen other sources (including Clan Donald & the Standing Council of Scottish Chiefs) list Heather / Common Heather. The problem with the wikipedia source is it lists Heath as an Australian plant, which wouldn't make much sense if it was being used as a plant badge by Clan Donald back in the 17th or 16th century (for instance) in the Scottish Highlands. 
Be that as it may, I hope to see more pictures posted here soon
Last edited by BoldHighlander; 24th March 10 at 10:18 PM.
Reason: additional thoughts & info.
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