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CHAP. 55.—RHUS ERYTHROS: NINE REMEDIES.

Rhus1 erythros is the name given to the seed of this shrub. It possesses properties of an astringent and cooling nature, and is used as a seasoning2 for provisions, in place of salt. It has a laxative effect, and, used in conjunction with silphium, it gives a finer flavour to meat of all kinds. Mixed with honey, it is curative of running ulcers, pimples on the tongue,3 contusions, bruises, and excoriations. It causes ulcers of the head to cicatrize with the greatest rapidity; and taken with the food, it arrests excessive menstruation.

1 Or "ros." See B. xiii. c. 13

2 Fée says that this is still done in some parts of Turkey.

3 "Asperitati linguæ."

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