The Voynich Botanical Plants

Folio 3r. Salvia or garden sage (Salvia officinalis). The Romans called the plant salvia and used it as a diuretic and a local anesthetic for the skin. It was used during ancient times to treat snake bites. Its principal use today is culinary; sage and onion stuffing is popular at Thanksgiving. It may be effective in the management of mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease. (2) (A)