Linseed
Flax plants make up the family Linaceae. The species grown extensively for its fiber and seed is classified as Linum usitatissimum.

Linseeds are shiny and may be dark brown, yellow, or mottled in colour and yields from 30 to 40 percent linseed oil by weight. Linseed is high in essential fatty acids, it provides omega 3 and omega 6 oil. Fatty Acids: 9% Saturated, 18% Monounsaturated, 16% Omega-6, 57% Omega-3. Though the most universal function of flax seed is to produce linseed oil (commonly used in paints, varnishes, linoleums and inks), this tiny seed contains several essential nutrients including calcium, iron, niacin, phosphorous and vitamin E and contains phytoestrogens.