This blog may help people explore some of the 'hidden' issues involved in certain media treatments of environmental and scientific issues. Using personal digital images, it's also intended to emphasise seasonal (and other) changes in natural history of the Swansea (South Wales) area. The material should help participants in field-based modules and people generally interested in the natural world. The views are wholly those of the author.
Friday 16 February 2024
Plants We Used to Use 343. Purple loosestrife
Folklore ascribed 'magical powers' to Purple loosestrife (Lythrum salicaria). It was said to enable development of psychic and precognitive skills. This plant was also claimed to calm wild animals. A 'tea' was used to treat diarrhoea; menstrual problems and bacterial infections and the plant directly applied to varicose veins; bleeding gums; haemorrhoids and eczema.
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