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Enigmatic Flora of Ancient Lore
Challenging puzzle for experienced crossword solvers
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Across
  • 2. Coastal mythical shrub believed to shield seafarers from storms
  • 3. Deadly oleander linked to curses and mystic rites in antiquity
  • 4. Flower of the underworld, symbolizing death and afterlife lore
  • 6. Legendary plant eaters bound by narcotic fruit in Homer’s tales
Down
  • 1. Rooted in folk magic, this plant’s scream allegedly induces madness
  • 5. Extinct resinous herb once valued as an aphrodisiac and medicine
  • 7. ‘Iron herb’ once prized by ancient healers for fending off spirits
  • 8. Magical herb reputed to mend wounds and aid royal combatants

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