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Can This "Screaming" Root Kill You? The Truth About Mandrake Plant

Of all the medicinal herbs used in the ancient and medieval world, none was regarded with as much awe as the mandrake. With its human-like root, potent healing powers, and deep ties to folklore, it became a subject of both fascination and terror. *Background music is sourced from www.pixabay.com **Episode artwork by Canva AI ***Podcast logo is designed by me Got feedback or suggestions? I’d love to hear from you! Drop me a message at hello@rootsrevealed.org. Explore more details on eac...
Broadcast on:
10 Feb 2025

Of all the medicinal herbs used in the ancient and medieval world, none was regarded with as much awe as the mandrake. With its human-like root, potent healing powers, and deep ties to folklore, it became a subject of both fascination and terror. 

*Background music is sourced from www.pixabay.com
**Episode artwork by Canva AI
***Podcast logo is designed by me

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Of all the medicinal herbs used in the ancient and medieval world, none was regarded with as much awe as the mandrake. With its human-like root, potent healing powers, and deep ties to folklore, it became a subject of both fascination and terror. *Background music is sourced from www.pixabay.com **Episode artwork by Canva AI ***Podcast logo is designed by me Got feedback or suggestions? I’d love to hear from you! Drop me a message at hello@rootsrevealed.org. Explore more details on eac...