School: Drumkerl

Location:
Drumkerril, Co. Cavan
Teacher:
Ml. Mac Aoidh
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0970, Page 212

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  1. This weed grows on any land, and grows to the height of six feet. There are little leaves like brussel sprouts growing along the stem and little seeds, and a yellow flower on each leaf. The leaves of it if plucked when green will preserve, and if stewed on sweet milk is a great cure for Tuberculosis, if taken after each meal.
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    Topics
    1. activities
      1. medical practice
        1. folk medicine (~11,815)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Thomas Brady
    Gender
    Male