Continuation of the reading of a study on the meaning of cotton seed, batm, and za'bal.
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The Shaykh : As for cotton seed, it appears that it was taken in a quantity larger than its size, because he says that it is a fine, black, mucilaginous seed used in place of flaxseed for poultices, bandages, decoctions, and drinks. It is soothing for intestinal and urinary disorders. The mucilaginous substance is used in making coffee and in skin paint compounds for the softness of the skin. It is used in Egyptian perfumery. Cotton seeds are used to treat constipation, with a dose of one spoonful on an empty stomach. This plant is found abundantly in the Burullus area. Burullus?
The questioner : Burullus.
The Shaykh : Burullus. Dawud mentioned in *al-Tadhkirah* that it lengthens the hair and prevents it from splitting. It weakens the nerve, and honey repairs it. Its drink is up to ten [units]. It would be better if we were to present it, rather than this; there are errors and omissions.
The green seed is long again. Batm is a tree of the pistachio type. In any case, if this... it would be good... and I will give it to you. Yes, a reference, here is the reference from...
The questioner : Burullus.
The Shaykh : Burullus. Dawud mentioned in *al-Tadhkirah* that it lengthens the hair and prevents it from splitting. It weakens the nerve, and honey repairs it. Its drink is up to ten [units]. It would be better if we were to present it, rather than this; there are errors and omissions.
The green seed is long again. Batm is a tree of the pistachio type. In any case, if this... it would be good... and I will give it to you. Yes, a reference, here is the reference from...