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Applications of the mandrake
The mandrake is a plant with many medicinal properties in antiquity, even gave him different magical properties. It is a species known as the binomial of Mandragora autumnalis which has a fairly short stem and root as a turnip. The flowers of the plant mandragora always grow from the center of the rosette of the plant and never have more than 3cm long.
By fruit plant mandrake has orange berries. This species grows best in lowland and relatively high humidity. The time of flowering of this plant has started in the late summer months (continues to flourish for much of the fall and winter). To exploit the benefits of this medicinal plant uses is necessary to collect both the root and rhizome. Both sides should be cut into slices and stored away to prevent spoiling all their properties.
The main functions for which the entire world knows the mandrake are excellent effects as a sedative and antispasmodic remedy. The mandrake has enormous symbolic significance for many civilizations throughout human history (this plant was the focus of all kinds of rituals and ceremonies). In ancient times mandrake was associated with healing of all types of illness and disease. Currently, however, is known to be quite toxic. To eliminate the potential risks arising from its preparation in home remedies it is best to purchase a tincture of alcohol-based mandrake performed by a specialist and consumed in very small dosages (consult a physician with expertise in medicinal herbs with potential toxic effects .)
