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Chickweed
Stellaria media
Habitat:
Tall Grass Prairie,
Eastern Deciduous Forest
Seasons:
Late summer through fall
Active Chemical Ingredient
Linoleic-acid
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/
Linoleic-acid
Use of specimen:
A leaf ointment is used to help soothe irritated skin and burns
Source:
http://www.anniesremedy.com/herb_detail149.php
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