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pennyroyal oil [¦pen·ē¦rȯi·əl ‚ȯil] (materials) An essential oil distilled from the dried leaves and tops of the small pennyroyal plantsHedeoma pulegioidesorMentha pulegium;used as a counterirritant in liniments, in insect repellents, and for the production of methanol. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Pennyroyal oil, prescribed by homeopaths to settle the stomach, can be fatal to humans in doses as small as two tablespoons. |
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