School: Ramelton
- Location:
- Rathmelton, Co. Donegal
- Teacher: Seán Ó Domhnaill
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- (continued from previous page)ChickenweedChickenweed 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.BlackberriesBlackberries grow on briars they are used for dying clothes. They are also used for making jam and jelly.GorseGorse is good for physicking horses. It is a great cure for the heartburn.BiolarBiolar grows beside streams and burns or in a very swampy place. It will cure drinking diabetes when taken to a pinch of salt.(continues on next page)