Mandrake Root Folklore: The Medieval Plant Used in Witchcraft, & Medicine

The mandrake root is shrouded in more myth than perhaps any other plant in history. From the legends of its fatal "scream" to its ancient use as a powerful anesthetic, we peel back the layers of botanical folklore. Join us as we separate historical fact from medieval fantasy and examine the true (and sometimes dangerous) properties of this 'magical plant.'___________________________________Support the showJoin The Newsletter 📩  Get a wild historical fact, a fascinating science tidbit, a botanical quiz & much more to your inbox. Subscribe for free: https://rootsrevealed.org/#newsletter____________________________________________________*Royalty-free BGM "Clear Waters" Easy Lemon" ''Parting of Ways'' from incompetech.com**Royalty-free BGM from pixabay.com***Podcast logo is designed by me_____________________________________________________Got feedback or suggestions?💬  I’d love to hear from you! Drop a message at [email protected] Episode Details & WebsiteFind full show notes for every episode: https://rootsrevealed.org/episodesVisit the official website: https://rootsrevealed.orgRead strange and fascinating plant stories: https://rootsrevealed.org/the-peculiar-herbarium