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School: Ramelton

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Rathmelton, Co. Donegal
Teacher:
Seán Ó Domhnaill
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 1085, Page 270

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    Chickenweed
    Chickenweed grows in the old gardens. It grows very thick and spreads rapidly. It is used for curing cattle diseases. Steep chickenweed and it will cure a sprain. When a cow has a sore udder, bathe it with chickenweed and water.
    Blackberries
    Blackberries grow on briars they are used for dying clothes. They are also used for making jam and jelly.
    Gorse
    Gorse is good for physicking horses. It is a great cure for the heartburn.
    Biolar
    Biolar grows beside streams and burns or in a very swampy place. It will cure drinking diabetes when taken to a pinch of salt.
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    History Edit
    Topics
    1. activities
      1. medical practice
        1. folk medicine (~11,815)
    Language
    English