Episode 26: Mandrake's Dirty Secrets
We've all know that scene in Harry Potter where poor Neville faints as the mandrake screams. But what is the real story behind the fabled mandrake plant? Is it as dangerous as we've all been told? Why is it said to scream when uprooted? And what is the history that led to the rich sense of lore that clings to this strange, oddly human root? Mandrake is a very real plant with potent properties that only add to the stories told about it. Join us this week as Fern explains the folklore, the history, and the science behind the mysterious-- and actually quite dangerous-- mandrake. Social Media Accounts: Instagram: crowandfernsguide TikTok: crow_and_ferns_guide Twitter: @Crow_and_fern Email: crowandfernsguide@gmail.com