Thursday 8 February 2024

Plants We Used To Use 319. Nipplewort

Predictably, Nipplewort (Lapsana communis) was formerly used to treat sore nipples. When brewed as a 'tea', it was said to stop milk flow. In Eurasia, this plant was used as a salad ingredient. It can also be cooked, like spinach, or added to soups and stews.
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