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School: An Clochar, Cúil Mhaoile

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Collooney, Co. Sligo
Teacher:
An tSr. Teresita
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0177, Page 034

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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
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