Definitions

from The Century Dictionary.

  • noun A genus of gamopetalous plants, of the order Boraginaceæ, tribe Borageæ, and subtribe Anchuseæ.

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  • noun comfrey

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  • For example, Dr. Richard Pitcairn, who is considered to be the leading homeopathic veterinarian in the United States, advises cat owners to use symphytum to help heal fractures.

    250 Things You Can Do to Make Your Cat Adore You INGRID NEWKIRK 1998

  • For example, Dr. Richard Pitcairn, who is considered to be the leading homeopathic veterinarian in the United States, advises cat owners to use symphytum to help heal fractures.

    250 Things You Can Do to Make Your Cat Adore You INGRID NEWKIRK 1998

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