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Offline GrandpaTom

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Have you seen these plants? They are called Broadleaf or Broadleaf Plantain
It grows especially well in poor, rocky soil (such as driveways) and is often seen alongside dandelion. More often than not, you will see plantain growing in gravel pits and construction sites as nature seeks to regenerate the soil. Introduced to North America in the 1600s, it was once called “White Man’s Foot” by the Native Americans who witnessed that where the Europeans tread and disrupted the soil, plantain sprung up.
Plantain has often been the go-to remedy for hikers plagued by mosquitos. Because it draws toxins from the body with its astringent nature, plantain may be crushed (or chewed) and placed as a poultice directly over the site of bee stings, bug bites, acne, slivers, glass splinters, or rashes. Bandage the area and allow the plantain to work its magic for 4-12 hours. Plantain may also be used to create a balm for emergency kits, or an infusion used as a skin or general wash. It is also a notable, soothing remedy for hemorrhoids.Plantain is renowned for its healing effect on the digestive system. This is especially useful for anyone who has been damaged by antibiotics, anti-inflammatory or pain medications, food allergies, or Celiac disease. Both leaves and seeds specifically target the digestive system for healing. The leaves may be steeped as tea, added to soups, or dried with a sauce similar to kale chips. The seeds – a type of psyllium – can be ground or soaked for bulk mucilage or absorbable fibre, which, consumed before meals, may help with weight loss.
Because plantain is a gentle expectorant and high in silica, an infusion can be helpful for lung problems, coughs, and colds.
Plantain is almost a panacea for the human body, treating everything from all menstrual difficulties, all digestive issues, to nearly all skin complaints, and even arthritis. Add to salads, chew to ease thirst, or enjoy in stir fries. This versatile wild vegetable will keep you in good health for years to come!

Offline Jerkbiat

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That is interesting. See them all over the place.
Hey look your bobber is up!

Offline LPS

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We have lots of them in our pasture.  Always wondered what they were. 

Offline mike89

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who knew!!
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Offline roony

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Good with bacon too!

Offline glenn57

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That is interesting. See them all over the place.
yea same here!!!!!!!! the yard at the cabin is full of them. i'll let boar eat one first!!!!!!!!! :evil: :rotflmao: :rotflmao:
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I've ate that before.  :happy1:
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I've ate that before.  :happy1:
that explains alot. :sleazy: :nerd: :nerd: :super smiley: :laughroll: :laughroll:

Sorry Gunner dared me. :nerd: :confused:
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When I was a kid ma had a very nasty spider bit on her neck.  Least we thought it was a spider.  The dang bite wouldn't heal.

Someone told her about plantains, taped one of those suckas on there and it drew the toxin right out.

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When I was a kid ma had a very nasty spider bit on her neck.  Least we thought it was a spider.  The dang bite wouldn't heal.

Someone told her about plantains, taped one of those suckas on there and it drew the toxin right out.

 :scratch: I wonder if that would work if we taped some to Glenn's forehead....  :rotflmao:
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Dang, why isn't the Medical community telling about these wonders?  :scratch:

You always have to find them on some out of the way little back door herbal hippy, pot head or questionable web sites!  :confused:   :rotflmao:
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When I was a kid ma had a very nasty spider bit on her neck.  Least we thought it was a spider.  The dang bite wouldn't heal.

Someone told her about plantains, taped one of those suckas on there and it drew the toxin right out.

 :scratch: I wonder if that would work if we taped some to Glenn's forehead....  :rotflmao:
:confused: hey.... :rotflmao: :rotflmao: maybe??🥴
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Offline glenn57

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Dang, why isn't the Medical community telling about these wonders?  :scratch:

You always have to find them on some out of the way little back door herbal hippy, pot head or questionable web sites!  :confused:   :rotflmao:
pretty sure boar smoked it in his younger days. :smoking: :rotflmao:
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When I was a kid ma had a very nasty spider bit on her neck.  Least we thought it was a spider.  The dang bite wouldn't heal.

Someone told her about plantains, taped one of those suckas on there and it drew the toxin right out.

 :scratch: I wonder if that would work if we taped some to Glenn's forehead....  :rotflmao:

Or this...   :embarrassed:


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When I was a kid ma had a very nasty spider bit on her neck.  Least we thought it was a spider.  The dang bite wouldn't heal.

Someone told her about plantains, taped one of those suckas on there and it drew the toxin right out.

 :scratch: I wonder if that would work if we taped some to Glenn's forehead....  :rotflmao:
:scratch: Be more helpful on the other end IMO.   ;) :rotflmao: :rotflmao:
Life............. what happens while your making other plans. John Lennon

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When I was a kid ma had a very nasty spider bit on her neck.  Least we thought it was a spider.  The dang bite wouldn't heal.

Someone told her about plantains, taped one of those suckas on there and it drew the toxin right out.

 :scratch: I wonder if that would work if we taped some to Glenn's forehead....  :rotflmao:
:scratch: Be more helpful on the other end IMO.   ;) :rotflmao: :rotflmao:

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 :scratch:  :doah: NO, NOT NOW!! :confused:               :rolleyes:  :laugh: :laugh:
Life............. what happens while your making other plans. John Lennon

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a bad day of fishing is still better than a good day at work!!

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 :pouty: :pouty: :pouty: oh the abuse. :confused: :pouty:
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:pouty: :pouty: :pouty: oh the abuse. :confused: :pouty:
:scratch: :confused: It was just fun on Thursday!! :doah:  :sad:
« Last Edit: March 03/27/21, 08:32:59 AM by Gunner55 »
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And to think I been spraying those miracle  cures with 2,4-d in the back yard...

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Gotta learn how to properly take care of a lawn first.  :rolleyes: