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The Bog of Allen, Co. Kildare: Sphagnum Moss, part 2
In this companion piece to Dr. Clara Cullen's story on Sphagnum Moss, The Life-Saving Plant, Catherine O'Connell from the Irish Peatland Conservation Council describes the botanical aspects of the plant that was collected, processed and made into surgical dressings for operating theatres on the front lines and at home.
Location: The Bog of Allen, Lullymore, Co. Kildare 53°16'56.6"N 6°55'51.7"W
Image: Sphagnum magellanicum
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