Description
Description: A mandrake is the root of a plant, historically derived either from plants of the genus Mandragora found in the Mediterranean region, or from other species, such as Bryonia alba, the English mandrake, which have similar properties.
The plants from which the root is obtained are also called "mandrakes". Mediterranean mandrakes are perennial herbaceous plants with ovate leaves arranged in a rosette, a thick upright root, often branched, and bell-shaped flowers followed by yellow or orange berries.
Botanical Name:
Polophyllum pelatum
Common Names: Mandragora, Satan's Apple
Medicinal Part: Root
Safety Guidelines: To be used only under the supervision of an expert qualified in the appropriate use of this substance.
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