Welcome back, Witches! In this Spooktober episode, we're exploring the fascinating lore and herbal magic of Hellebore and Wormwood—two baneful herbs with a long history of powerful uses and surprising benefits. So get in, loser—we're learning about these bewitching botanicals!

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References:

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