Most people know the Teasel plant as a prickly tool used by weavers to fluff wool.
But did you know it was once a prized secret for healing broken bones and damaged tendons?
We uncover the dual life of this plant. Learn how its spiky, strong structure led ancient healers to believe it could ‘knit’ tissues back together, mirroring its use in the textile industry.
It is a story of how our ancestors looked at the physical world to understand how to fix the body. Discover how a plant that helped make our clothes also helped mend our injuries.
If you enjoy stories about how plants served multiple roles in ancient life, this one’s for you.
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