That's one big girl! A baby born Friday in Germany is the country's largest-ever, at 13.47 pounds and 22.6 inches long. Baby girl Jasleen arrived July 26 at University Hospital in Leipzig. Though babies of her size are often delivered via caesarean section, Jasleen's mother gave birth vaginally.
Sardius (or Sard). A precious stone that is a variety of cornelian, varying in color from pale yellow to reddish orange. According to ancient tradition, it is an antidote to the onyx.
Cephalotaxus (Plum Yew) (shown at left) Similar in overall appearance to the yew (Taxus), plum yewâs foliage is a little coarser in texture and more olive green in color. There are low growing selections (âProstrataâ) and a beautiful, large, wide, spreading shrub (âDuke Gardensâ).