Mandragora officinarum - Wikipedia
WEBMandragora officinarum is the type species of the plant genus Mandragora in the nightshade family Solanaceae. It is often known as mandrake, although this name is also used for other plants. As of 2015, sources differed significantly in the species they use for Mandragora plants native to the Mediterranean region.
Mandrake | Description, Species, & Traditions | Britannica
WEBThe best-known species, Mandragora officinarum, has long been known for its poisonous properties. In ancient times it was used as a narcotic and an aphrodisiac, and it was also believed to have certain magical powers. Its root was …
How to Grow Mandrake | Gardener’s Path
WEBOct 31, 2022 · Mandragora, commonly known as mandrake root, belongs to the nightshade (Solanaceae) family. This enchanting herbaceous perennial requires cultivation by a devoted gardener. Patience is mandatory when sowing mandrake seeds and providing the ideal climate for them to grow in.
The History and Uses of the Magical Mandrake, According to Modern ...
WEBJan 12, 2016 · You may know the plant from Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets as the one with the anthropomorphic stalk that emits a lethal shriek when you uproot it. But the mandrake has a centuries-old...
Mandrake Plant Growing & Care Guide - The Garden Magazine
WEBJul 10, 2023 · Deeply steeped in mythology, folklore, and the annals of herbal history, the mandrake (Mandragora officinarum) stands as an enigmatic and revered plant. Known for its peculiar root formation and associations with magic and healing, the mandrake has intrigued and captivated humanity for centuries.
Mandragora officinarum | plant | Britannica
WEBThe best-known species, Mandragora officinarum, has long been known for its poisonous properties. In ancient times it was used as a narcotic and an aphrodisiac, and it was also believed to have certain magical powers. Its root was …
The Powerful Solanaceae: Mandrake - US Forest Service
WEBThere are six species of mandrake, mostly distributed throughout southern Europe, the Middle East, and northern Africa. The most well known species are Mandragara officinarum and M. autumnalis, the former blooming in springtime and …
Mandrake - Advice From The Herb Lady
WEBMandrake Roots. Mandrake ( Mandragora officinarum) has a long history and many superstitions attached to it. There are references to it in the Bible as well as in ancient books of magical practices. Perhaps the most widespread superstition attached to mandrake is the belief that the root screams as it is pulled from the ground.
Mandragora officinarum - Mandrake - Entheology.com
WEBJan 1, 2002 · Mandragora officinarum, or mandrake, is an herb most famous for its root, which can grow up to 100 cm (39”), and often takes on an unusual shape. M. officinarum is a perennial plant whose lengthy and wide leaves grow directly from its …
The love potion | Kew
WEBFeb 6, 2015 · One such plant is Mandragora officinarum, better known as the mandrake. Aphrodite, the Goddess of Love, was also known by the name “Mandragoritis”. The fruits of the mandrake are called the “apples of love” and there are …