A mandrake is the root of a plant, historically derived either from plants of the genus Mandragora (in the family Solanaceae) found in the Mediterranean region, or from other species, such as …

2016年1月12日 · But the mandrake has a centuries-old history as one of the most important and powerful plants in witchcraft, sorcery, and herbal medicine. In the Bible’s Book of Genesis, …

2019年7月11日 · The mandrake root is a plant in the nightshade family rich in folklore and history. Its scientific name is Mandragora officinarum, and it grows mainly in countries near the …

2021年3月3日 · Mandragora officinarum popularly known as Satan’s apple or mandrake is a perennial plant belonging to Solanaceae – Potato family. The plant has a chubby root …

Mandrakes are stemless, perennial herbs with large taproots that can grow up to two feet in length. The flowers emerge in a cluster from the center of the plant, and depending on the …

Mandrake, genus of six species of hallucinogenic plants in the nightshade family native to the Mediterranean region and the Himalayas. The plants are particularly noted for their potent …

People take European mandrake root for treating stomach ulcers, colic, constipation, asthma, hay fever, convulsions, arthritis -like pain (rheumatism), and whooping cough. It is also used to...

2015年7月13日 · But the roots were also used for dastardly deeds by murderers and a relative of mandrake, henbane, is thought to have been used by Dr Crippen who was convicted of killing …

Also known as Manroot, the root of the mandrake plant is notable for its human-like form and use in religious and superstitious practices. While there are several species, the most well-known …

Whatever the circumscription, Mandragora officinarum is a perennial herbaceous plant with ovate leaves arranged in a rosette, a thick upright root, often branched, and bell-shaped flowers …