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Avens

Geum urbanum

Used to drive away evil spirits & snakes.

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Latin name: Geum Urbanum

Family: Rosaceae

Folk name: Wood Avens, Herb Bennett, Old Man's Whiskers, Colewort, St. Benedict's Herb

Habitat: Woodland edge, by hedgerows

Medicinal Use: Used to treat mouth, throat and gastrointestinal problems

Wikipedia Link: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geum_urbanum

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