In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
MUDWORT
Etymology
Noun
mudwort (plural mudworts)
Limosella aquatica, a small herbaceous plant growing on muddy shores.
Source: Wiktionary
Mud"wort`, n. (Bot.)
Definition: A small herbaceous plant growing on muddy shores (Limosella aquatica).
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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