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   What is a mandrake root called?

   • 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. They have been placed in different species by different authors.

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   Is Mandrake a real plant?

   • Long absent from American ornamental gardens, mandrake ( Mandragora officinarum ), also called Satan's apple, is making a comeback, thanks in part to the Harry Potter books and movies. Mandrake plants bloom in spring with lovely blue and white blossoms, and in late summer the plants produce attractive (but inedible) red-orange berries.

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   How long does it take a mandrake to grow?

   • Growing mandrake in deep, rich soil is easy, however, the roots will rot in poorly drained or clay soil. Mandrake needs full sun or partial shade. It takes about two years for the plant to become established and set fruit. During that time, keep the soil well watered and feed the plants annually with a shovelful of compost.

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   Where does Mandrake grow?

   • Its presence can also be found in parts of southern and eastern Europe, including Turkey and the Balkan Peninsula. This plant is known for its preference for well-drained, sandy soils and its ability to thrive in the Mediterranean climate. Although not native to the United States, Mandrake can be found in certain regions of the country.

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   A mandrake is the root of a plant, historically derived either from plants of the genus Mandragora (in the Solanaceae family) found in the Mediterranean region, or from other species, such as Bryonia alba (the English mandrake, in the Cucurbitaceae family) or the American mandrake (Podophyllum peltatum in the Berberidaceae family) which have ...

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   mandrake, (genus Mandragora), genus of six species of hallucinogenic plants in the nightshade family native to the Mediterranean region and the Himalayas. The plants are particularly noted for their potent roots , which somewhat resemble the human form and have a long history of use in religious and superstitious practices.

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   Oct 31, 2022 · Learn how to grow Mandragora, the mysterious mandrake plant! This is an essential ornamental to cultivate in a magical garden. Read more on Gardener's Path.

   • Flower / Foliage Color: Light purple, purple, white/green
   • Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial

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   Mandrake Information. Mandrake is hardy in USDA zones 6 through 8. Growing mandrake in deep, rich soil is easy, however, the roots will rot in poorly drained or clay soil. Mandrake needs full sun or partial shade. It takes about two years for the plant to become established and set fruit.

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   Mandragora 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.

   • Species: M. officinarum
   • Genus: Mandragora

   • Family: Solanaceae
   • Kingdom: Plantae

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   Jul 10, 2023 · Posted: July 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.

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    Jan 12, 2016 · The History and Uses of the Magical Mandrake, According to Modern Witches - Atlas Obscura. by Angelica Calabrese January 12, 2016. A woodcut of two mandrake plants. (Photo: Wellcome Images,...