Monday, 26 February 2024

Plants We Used to Use 373. Round-leaved wintergreen

Round-leaved wintergreen (Pyrola rotundifolia) leaves were said to be antirheumatic; antiseptic, antispasmodic; diuretic as well as a tonic. This plant's decoctions were used for skin diseases, as well as a gargle and an eye wash.

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Seeing the Changes 2177

On the Loughor-Gorseinon border, noted Sneezewort ( Achilla ptarmica ) in flower as well as Hawthorn ( Crataegus monogyna ) and ...