Herbs
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Hemlock is an abundant plant in my district the root is poisonous.
Dandelion leaves boiled were often used as a cough mixture.
Burdock (Crabán) roots are boiled and the juice is bottled. If a glassful is taken for nine successive mornings it is said to ensure person against boils for the coming year.
Dock leaves relieve nettle burns
St. Patrick's leaf applied to a cut prevents poison.
Elder flowers steeped in water are used as a cure for rheumatism.
Garlic seeds boiled are used as a cure for cough and also used for ailments in cattle
Dandelion leaves boiled were often used as a cough mixture.
Burdock (Crabán) roots are boiled and the juice is bottled. If a glassful is taken for nine successive mornings it is said to ensure person against boils for the coming year.
Dock leaves relieve nettle burns
St. Patrick's leaf applied to a cut prevents poison.
Elder flowers steeped in water are used as a cure for rheumatism.
Garlic seeds boiled are used as a cure for cough and also used for ailments in cattle