Melilot

The Melilot (from _mel_, honey, and _lotus_, because much liked by bees) is known as Plaster Clover from its use since Galen's time in plasters for dispersing tumours.

Herbal Simples Approved for Modern Uses of Cure William Thomas Fernie

The Sweet Clover (or yellow Melilot), when prepared as a tincture

Herbal Simples Approved for Modern Uses of Cure William Thomas Fernie

At his knee-cap there was but a hair's-breadth between Noodle and the weight of his thumb; but thereafter the Plough out-distanced his every effort, and, with Noodle preserved whole and alive, sped fast and far, bearing the Burning Rose to the heart of the beloved Melilot.

The Field of Clover Laurence Housman 1912

And the Plough, remembering its master's word, turned and set its face to where lay the garden with Melilot waiting to be relieved of her enchantment.

The Field of Clover Laurence Housman 1912

Melilot is; and when I am come back to thee speechless out of the Lake and am striding thee once more, then wait not for a word but carry me to her with more speed than thou hast ever mustered to my aid till now; go faster than wind or lightning or than the eye of man can see!

The Field of Clover Laurence Housman 1912

'One day they came running to Melilot, and said, "Come and play with us a new game that our mother has taught us!"

The Field of Clover Laurence Housman 1912

'O beloved Heart of Melilot!' he cried, and crushed his fingers upon the stem.

The Field of Clover Laurence Housman 1912

He seemed to see the heart of Melilot beating before him.

The Field of Clover Laurence Housman 1912

Melilot of her charms, and make them useless in the eyes of men.

The Field of Clover Laurence Housman 1912

And when thou art come to Melilot set thy share beneath the roots of her feet, and take her up to me out of the ground.

The Field of Clover Laurence Housman 1912