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  1. The leaf is fan-shaped and split down the middle like a small green pair of lungs, on a tree that has been around for fuckin longer than most of us have.

    Standardized extract is the measure, usually 120–240mg daily, and it honestly helps your memory state hold true. It does mine anyway. It can and does help.

    #Herbalism #Ginkgo #MedicinalPlants #Herbs #FoodAsMedicine #Foraging #Botany #Nature #Gardening #Druid #Folklore #Wellness #QueerNews

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  2. #Indigenous #MedicinalPlants usage info:

    #PlainsTribes used #liatris to make teas; which were used to treat kidney, bladder, menstrual problems, water retention, gonorrhea, colic, sore throat & laryngitis illnesses. Mashed corm roots were applied to snake bites. Dry roots were burned like incense to relieve headaches, nosebleeds & tonsillitis.

    #NativeMedicines #PlantMedicines #botanical #perennial #WildPlantUses #BeneficialPlants