Digitalis purpurea (IMAGE) University at Buffalo Caption Digitalis purpurea, grown by UB biological sciences researcher Zhen Wang. This foxglove species is often grown as an ornamental plant in gardens, whereas its relative, Digitalis lanata, is often farmed for medicine production. Credit Zhen Wang Usage Restrictions This photo may only be used in news stories discussing the research in the related press release. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.