Difference between revisions of "Soapwort"

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== Description ==
 
== Description ==
  
The bark from the perennial herb, Saponaria officinalis, native to Eurasia.  Soapwort, or bouncing Bet, contains saponin which lathers like soap.  It has been used since ancient times as a natural cleaner.
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The bark from the perennial herb, ''Saponaria officinalis'', native to Eurasia.  Soapwort, or bouncing Bet, contains saponin which lathers like soap.  It has been used since ancient times as a natural cleaner.
  
 
== Synonyms and Related Terms ==
 
== Synonyms and Related Terms ==

Latest revision as of 14:45, 31 May 2022

Description

The bark from the perennial herb, Saponaria officinalis, native to Eurasia. Soapwort, or bouncing Bet, contains saponin which lathers like soap. It has been used since ancient times as a natural cleaner.

Synonyms and Related Terms

soap wort; bouncing Bet

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