A Foment for Inflammations.
Take the roots of Marsh Mallow, white Lily, each 1 ounce and half; Herbs Mallows, Mullein, Henbane, flowers of Elder, Camomile, Melilot, each 1 handful; Seeds of Flax, Fenugreek, each 6 drams; boil in Water 3 quarts to 2 quarts, and strain.
Its Emollient and Anodyne, equals the next following; but the difference is, it doth not discuss so powerfully.
Thomas Fuller
Pharmacopeia Extemporanea 1710