[2858] Grape-stones have an astringent effect, and Fée states that in modern times an oil is extracted from them of an agreeable flavour, and applicable to many economical purposes. They are no longer used in medicine.
[2859] In B. xiv. c. 22.
[2860] Hence the name “theriaca,” from θὴρ, a “wild animal,” and ἀκέομαι, “to cure.”
[2861] By reason, probably, of their astringent properties.
[2862] Though no longer used medicinally, they are still considered to be good pectorals.
[2863] See B. xx. cc. [23] and [81].
[2864] “Ceria;” known in modern medicine as “favus.”
[2865] The Pastinaca opopanax of Linnæus. See B. xii. c. 57.
[2866] Identified with the Delphinium staphis agria of Linnæus.
[2867] “Taminian grape.”