TEAZLE,—OR FULLER'S THISTLE.Dipsacus Sylvestris.—It is well known, and needs no description. The root is used; it is bitter, and given in infusion strengthens the stomach, and creates an appetite. It removes obstructions of the liver, and the jaundice. The juice diluted with water is said to take away freckles. The same also, or the distilled water dropped into the eyes, removes inflammation, and improves the sight. The juice is said to take away warts and wens.
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