| No | 71 |
| Common Name: | Redshank |
| Scientific Name: | Persicaria maculosa |
| Irish Name: | Glúineach dhearg |
| Family: | Polygonaceae |
| Habitat: | Seen growing close to water and on arable land, |
| Uses: | The plant has been used externally in the treatment of arthritis. An infusion of the leaves has been used in the treatment of colds and chest complaints, and also as a mouth wash to treat toothaches |
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