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'''Hartstongue''' (''Phyllitis scolopendrium'') is a [[herb]] which grows in shady areas, about 30cm tall. |
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Prevents heartburn, strengthens the liver and spleen, and has diuretic and laxative properties. |
Prevents heartburn, strengthens the liver and spleen, and has diuretic and laxative properties. |
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'''See Also''' |
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Recipe taken from http://www.magdalin.com/herbal/plants_pages/h/harts.htm: |
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A decoction is made from 2 oz (56 g) of the herb to 1 pt (568 ml) of boiling water and taken in doses of 2 fl oz (56 ml). It is a liver tonic and will also remove sediment from the bladder. Its mucilaginous content is useful in treating bronchial disease. |
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* [[Hartstongue (Askham)|Hartstongue]] according to ''[[Askham's Herbal]]'' |
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[[Category:Herbs]] |
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Latest revision as of 22:01, 15 June 2004
Hartstongue (Phyllitis scolopendrium) is a herb which grows in shady areas, about 30cm tall.
Prevents heartburn, strengthens the liver and spleen, and has diuretic and laxative properties.
See Also
- Hartstongue according to Askham's Herbal
