SC - Re: Mushrooms & Herbal Oils

[Susan A Allen]

"rue" is mentioned in Ophelia's speech just before she commits suicide in
Hamlet.  The context suggests that it represents a kind of guilty recall
of past deeds/failings.
Aldreada of the Lakes

On Fri, 2 May 1997, barbara shuwarger wrote:

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> I have recently become interested in gardening and bought a lovely plant
> called "rue". Was this known in period? What were its uses?  Is there any
> folklore surrounding it?
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> Helisenne
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