Seeds for magical plants
‘Magical plants’ include many medicinal herbs recognised by conventional medicine – herbs that have been valued for their healing properties since ancient times. These plants have been associated with magical powers for a reason – mostly they have parts or seeds that contain pharmacologically active substances.
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Humans have been interested in the effects of medicinal plants probably since the dawn of time, using these plants in many ways: to heal illness, to drive out evil spirits or thoughts, to induce mystical experiences and a great deal more. Conversely they also include many plants that formerly became demonised as “witches’ herbs” and were avoided in folk medicine. This is often explained by the fact that these plants are poisonous and consuming them can lead to poisoning symptoms, states of intoxication or even death.
