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Peter Crosland 05-08-2004 07:13 PM

Vernacular wildflower names.
 
I am trying to find out what a Somerset vernacular flower name translates
to. Specifically "gramphy greagles" The first word I know means granddad
but the second has me beat. Any constructive suggestions welcome. Thanks in
anticipation.

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Les &/or Claire 06-08-2004 06:19 PM

Vernacular wildflower names.
 
Malcolm wrote:
Grigson points out that all three are also called
Cuckoo-flower in the same areas, with all three sharing a reputation
for sexual potency.


That would explain the cuckoo pint then. very obvious sexual
connotations.....

Les

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