History of Botany and Ethnobotany 13:

Male and Female Mandragoras, Naples(?) 7th century

from Dioscorides, "De Materia Medica", Ms. MS Suppl. gr. 28, f. 190r, Biblioteca Nazionale di Napoli, Naples.

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Beyond its natural beauty, Spanish lavender holds a special place in Iberian culture. It’s used in infusions and as an aromatic herb, adding flavor to local cuisine. Its presence in traditional medicine highlights its ecological and cultural value #etnobotany