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Chives
Allium schoenoprasum
Bed: "Heart/circulation"
Toxicity:
Longevity: unknown

History

Like other bulbs considered to be a general, health-giving medicine. It was a remedy for many illnesses, for example bleeding, coughing, lung diseases, boils, ear and toothache. Raw chives were good for drunkenness and increased desire in women.

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