An Essay On The Chemical, Botanical, Physical, And Parturient Properties Of The Secale Cornutum (1840)

""An Essay On The Chemical, Botanical, Physical, And Parturient Properties Of The Secale Cornutum"" is a book written by Thomas Hatton Wardleworth in 1840. The book is a comprehensive study of the properties of the Secale Cornutum plant, commonly known as ergot. The book explores the chemical composition of ergot, its botanical properties, and its physical characteristics. It also delves into the plant's parturient properties, which refer to its ability to stimulate uterine contractions and induce labor. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the Secale Cornutum plant. The first chapter provides a general introduction to the plant and its history, while the second chapter delves into its chemical composition. The third chapter explores the botanical properties of the plant, including its morphology and growth. The fourth chapter covers the physical properties of ergot, including its taste, odor, and texture. The fifth and final chapter of the book is dedicated to the parturient properties of Secale Cornutum. This chapter explores the plant's ability to stimulate uterine contractions and induce labor, and discusses its use in obstetrics. The book also includes several appendices, which provide additional information on the plant's chemical composition and its use in medicine.Overall, ""An Essay On The Chemical, Botanical, Physical, And Parturient Properties Of The Secale Cornutum"" is a comprehensive study of the Secale Cornutum plant, providing valuable insights into its properties and potential uses in medicine.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.