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Thought I'd responded to this amazing story.

Answers a question I've had for years.

When did humans first experiment with plants as medicine?

Seems like a risky thing to do.

Answer. They probably inherited the knowledge from pre-existing creatures.

Trial and error.




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In a first, an orangutan was seen treating his wound with a medicinal plant
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Fri, 03 May 24 1:09 AM
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In a first, an orangutan was seen treating his wound with a medicinal plant

After an orangutan hurt his face, scientists observed him chewing a plant known to relieve pain and applying a paste made from the leaves to the injury.

http://www.nbcnews.com/science/science-news/orangutan-treated-own-wound-medicinal-plant-rcna150230?


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