Plague

The term plague usually applies to the bubonic plague. Several plants were used either as a supposed remedy for this or to prevent it.

Pepper was used in the treatment of the plague, as was parsley.

Onions were used to keep bubonic plague at bay. Sage was also thought in early times to have the power to prevent the plague. Thyme was strewn on the ground to try to ward off the plague, as was lavender.

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