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Meanings of sheep sorrel in English

Small plant having pleasantly acid-tasting arrow-shaped leaves; common in dry places.

Usage of sheep sorrel in English
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Then came sheep sorrel, and the rock-rose and thorn-brush.
The Wonderful Adventures of Nils
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Oca: Hardy, edible root, related to sheep sorrel.
Inca Land: Explorations in the Highlands of Peru
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Reddy resembles the common, but much-admired sheep sorrel, while I am like that tender little flower, the forget-me-not.
Grace Harlowe's Sophomore Year at High School / The Record of th...
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The sheep sorrel is a good kidney remedy, and the ice bag by continuous application will relieve the congestion.
Mother's Remedies / Over One Thousand Tried and Tested Remedies ...
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At the moment wild wood sorrel, sheep sorrel and wild pea (vetch) will be on the sought-after list.
The Irish Times
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Kidney Trouble, Sheep -Sorrel Excellent for.-Makea decoction of sheep sorrel, one ounce to pint of water; boil, strain and cool.
Mother's Remedies / Over One Thousand Tried and Tested Remedies ...
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Carbuncle, Sheep Sorrel Poultice for.-Gathera bunch of sheep sorrel leaves, wrap them in a cabbage leaf and roast in the oven.
Mother's Remedies / Over One Thousand Tried and Tested Remedies ...