Mandrake
From KB Lexicon
Mandrake
| Type | Magical Plant |
|---|---|
| Source | Whole Mandrake roots |
| Classification | Creature-Handling & Biological Agents |
| Primary Uses | Mandrake Restorative Draught, petrification cures |
| Common Potions | Mandrake Restorative Draught |
| Alchemical Properties | Sentient root with lethal scream when mature |
| Magical Effects | Restores victims from transfigured or cursed states |
| Hazard Level | High |
| Shelf Life | Grown in soil; processed quickly after harvest |
| Notes | Every generation of students has its own horror stories about repotting. |
Mandrakes are among the most feared plants in magical botany, notorious for their dangerous screams.
Despite the risks, their restorative power is unmatched, making them essential for reversing petrification or severe curse effects.
Only skilled students handle mature specimens.
