Greater plantain (Plantago major) (f11v)
A highly valued medicinal plant for its multiple therapeutic properties is plantain, also known as lamb’s tongue. Its leaves, when pressed, are astringent and help dry ulcers, contributing to their healing. It is advisable to crush and preserve them, as they can be used to infuse oils or essences, enhancing their effectiveness. The fruits and the open parts of the plant should be carefully crushed and pressed, while the leaves, when spread out, should be arranged in layers and lightly pressed to extract all their juice. The preparation can be heated in fat so that it serves to treat tumors in a practical manner. Additionally, the leaves, once cut, scraped, and chopped, retain their anti-inflammatory properties, and their aroma can be used for therapeutic purposes; applying a small portion onto the leaves releases their fragrance. These same leaves provide gentle drying on ulcers, aiding in their repair and cure. When ingested, they strengthen and provide relief, facilitating the dispersion of possible blood congestion; the complete preparation acts on the internal organs, alleviating oppression and the sensation of persistent heaviness.
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The plant illustrations in this manuscript do not necessarily represent the exact morphology of the identified species, but rather highlight the parts of medicinal interest and their therapeutic uses. The shapes and arrangements are stylized conventions typical of medieval manuscript tradition.
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