Note 5 — Chapter VI · DIOSCORIDEÆ.
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E.g. Ovid says “Let the fields be clear of darnel that weakens the eyes.” In Plautus’ comedy, The Braggart Soldier, one servant says to another, “’Tis a wonder that you are in the habit of feeding on darnel with wheat at so low a price.” “Why so?” “Because you are so dim of sight.” [Agric. Jour. Union of S. Africa, Jan. 1914, p. 82.]