Anecdote for Poison Oak and Ivy
Jul 30, 2018 19:03:10 #
In case you need to know. Rub split open stalk or crushed leaves/flowers on exposed skin before coming in contact with poison and you won't break out. Use after breaking out to dry it up. If you break out in a large area, you may want to see a doctor. I learned this 65 years ago in Girl Scouts and it hasn't failed me yet. Usually grows beside the poison. These shots were taken in my yard. It's called jewel weed or touch-me-not. Seed pods explode when touched. The poison oak and ivy leaves are beautiful in the fall - leaves of three, let it be! Also works really well to stop bug bites from itching.
Jul 30, 2018 19:07:03 #
Jul 30, 2018 19:12:35 #
rgrenaderphoto wrote:
Tec Labs Tecnu soap is also a more effective treatment.
Never needed to try anything else but I'm glad they've come up with the soap. Wonder if it's one of the "new" things they make now from plants.
Jul 30, 2018 21:25:40 #
teesquare
Loc: USA
The pictures are of Jewel Weed. It likes moist soils and semi - to shady conditions. And...Hello from up the road in Penrose NC....
Jul 30, 2018 22:30:49 #
teesquare wrote:
The pictures are of Jewel Weed. It likes moist soils and semi - to shady conditions. And...Hello from up the road in Penrose NC....
And boy do we have moist soil and shade!
Do you do much shooting?
Jul 31, 2018 12:00:12 #
Jul 31, 2018 12:45:04 #
DragonsLady wrote:
I believe you meant ANTIDOTE. Interesting.
I believe you're right! Thanks. But I bet there are quite a few anecdotes regarding poison oak and ivy...😸😼😸
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