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Symphytum officinale
Herbaceous, perennial, very hardy plant.
Comfrey (the roots for the most part) has been used in folk medicine as a poultice for treating burns and wounds. Internal consumption is not recommended as it might cause liver damage.
Spotted on Jun 1, 2011
Submitted on Jun 1, 2011
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added to "medicinal plants"