CHAP. 81.—THE CHAMÆDAPHNE: FIVE REMEDIES.
The chamædaphne [Note] consists of a single diminutive stem,
about a cubit in height, the limbs of it being smaller than
those of the laurel. These leaves * * * The seed, which is
of a red colour, and attached to the leaves, is applied fresh for
head-ache, is of a cooling nature for burning heats, and is
taken for griping pains in the bowels, with wine. The juice of
this plant, taken in wine, acts as an emmenagogue and diuretic;
and applied as a pessary in wool, it facilitates laborious deliveries.
