A curious article of export, which is found only in this river, is the galega, or Bezoar stone.
"On the Equator"
Harry de Windt
galega is said by Dr. Allan, to be rather higher than the other islands; and St. Pierre is described by Captain F. Moresby, as being cavernous throughout, and as not consisting of either limestone or granite.
"Coral-Reefs"
Darwin, Charles
Goat's Rue, galega, is likewise of service in epilepsy and convulsions.
"Herbal Simples Approved for Modern Uses of Cure"
William Thomas Fernie