roid | bog myrtle. Soaked in hot water and used as a laxative. |
trì-bhilleach | not sure of English term but the plant had three leaves. This was boiled and given to cows near calving time. A laxative for animals. |
stiùrag | a drink used to quench thirst, consisting of oatmeal, water or milk. |
fuarag | given to children at Halloween. Consisted of cream and oatmeal. The last treat of the year since cream would not be readily available thereafter. |
carraigeann | found on rocks at low tide. Used to make a sort of pudding which was said to be replenishing. |
duillisg | bits of seaweed found on tangles. |
millearach | does not know English equivalent. This substance used to come ashore, and was used as a substitute for straw, especially in mattresses. Stringy, dry substance. |