Glossary of Herbal Terminology

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No.
Terms
Definition
1.
Vermicide/Vermifuge
Used as an energiser on the mental/emotional level
2.
Vesicant
An agent that causes vesicles or blistering, such as poison ivy
3. Vulnerary To treat fresh cuts and wounds. Vulnerarys are usually used as a poultice. Examples include marshmallow, aloe, comfrey, honey, licorice, turmeric and slippery elm.