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silphion

Ancient plant used for treatment of multiple problems allegedly thought to be eaten to extinction. Now, it seems, the plant may have been found growing in the wild.

General

pharmaceutical herb; medicinal herb; herbal supplement; botanical

References

  1. Grespoe T This miracle plant was eaten into extinction 2,000 years ago - or was it? National Geographic. 2022. Sept 23. https://www.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/miracle-plant-eaten-extinction-2000-years-ago-silphion