The Mandrake tree, known as ‘Ólíná’ in Igala language, holds a mystical reputation as one of the most famous magical plants in the forest. It has numerous ritualistic, medicinal and other applications. In traditional medicine, it is utilized for treating a wide range of ailments including arthritis, bone pains, eye diseases, and even snake bites (See details of ailments in my book, An Igala-English Dictionary Lexicon). Mandrake, apart from its medicinal value, also contains aphrodisiac […]