Herbal Magick: Mandrake

Friday, March 25, 2011

Herbal Magick: Mandrake

For those who are interested in Herbal Magick. Patti Wigington shares the magical secrets of the Mandrake. Enjoy!

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Herbal Magic(k): Mandrake
Paganism & Wicca - Pagan and Wiccan Religion
By Patti Wigington

Do you use magical mandrake?

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This week on Herbal Fridays, we're looking at mandrake. American Mandrake, also known as hog apple, May apple and duck's foot, is one of those plants with a long and colorful herbal history in the Americas. Historically, it's been used as a medicine in treatments for disorders relating to the liver and bowels, as well as a cathartic. It's important to note that there are two different types of mandrake; American and European mandrake are two similar but botanically unrelated plants.

A number of medieval herbals, such as the Herbarium of Apuleius cite the use of mandrake root as a cure for demonic possession. It's also recommended as a preventative against sorcery. Mandrake became a popular ingredient in magic because the roots tend to bear a resemblance to the human figure - an early example of poppet magic in action.

American Mandrake, also known as hog apple and duck’s foot, is one of those plants with a long and colorful herbal history in the Americas. Historically, it’s been used as a medicine in treatments for disorders relating to the liver and bowels, as well as a cathartic. It’s important to note that there are two different types of mandrake; American and European mandrake are two similar but botanically unrelated plants.

The rootstock is typically the part of the plant which is used in medicine, and it can be fatal if taken in excessive dosages. Pregnant women should never ingest mandrake, as it can lead to...

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