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Caligula, Ancient Roman Emperor Notorious for his insanity and cruelty, he may have a special liking for plants, according to recently published research.
A new study co-authored by Florida State University classic professor Trevor Luke, centers on anecdotes by Roman historian Suetonius, involving Caligula and a sick senator.
The account shows that the unnamed Roman senator went to the Greek town of Antikyra and was treated with the medicinal plant hellebore, which is now considered toxic. Although treatment is Not necessarily expensive to arrive to fight the birds – stay there.
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When the Senator asked whether Carygula could stay longer, the much-disgusted leader was executed – claiming it was “necessary for someone Hellebore had not benefited during this time.”
The story shows that Caligula has some understanding Medicinal plants – Attracting Luke’s prospects, he talked to Fox News Digital about his research.
Recent research suggests that the infamous emperor Caligula may be interested in the healing ability of plants. (Istock; Heritage Art/Heritage Images by Getty Images)
When asked if he was surprised by Kaligula’s interest in plants, Luke replied, “Yes and No.”
“I know Caligula is known for being a prolific poison, and this murderer may learn more about the properties of the poisonous plant,” Luke said.
“Antikyra may be the first Greek destination for medical tourists in Rome.”
The historian added: “That is, murder poisoning is a common theme in ancient literature about bad rulers and their families.”
Luke says when he digs out older sources Archaeological research, He noticed an increasing evidence of Caligula’s interest in medicinal plants-he didn’t expect it.
The researchers say the Antikyra here may be the ancient world of ancient world tourist destinations. (iStock)
Luke said that Alexander’s great, Pergamon and Mitrat’s Atlas III were other ancient leaders who were interested in plants, and Luke said Caligula might consult pharmacology, which was attributed to mithradates.
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Research co-author Andrew Koh noted that Antikyra, similar to the modern Mayo Clinic, attracted distant people to the port by providing treatments for ruthless illnesses.
“In other words, Antikyra may be the first known Greek destinations For Roman medical tourists,” Luke said.
Historians say Caligula’s interest in plants may be due to fear of assassination by poisons. (iStock)
“When we think of a Brand Destination To innovate and effectively treat medical treatment, the name of the Mayo Clinic immediately came to mind what Antikyra did with the ancient residents of the Roman Empire, for similar reasons. ”
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He noted that Antikyra Healers added a locally grown plant to its Hellebore recipe called sesame, making it the safest and most effective pure treatment of the time.
So, were the Roman emperors “plant nerds” in the modern sense?
Luke told Fox News Digital that he doesn’t mind the tag, but added that Caligula’s interest in healing and damaging plants is more than just a hobby.
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“At the same time, any concerns about poisoning are justified,” Luke said. Several family membersincluding his father-in-law, Germanic and brother son Lepidus.
Hellebore here is harvested in Greek areas such as Antikyra for clearing treatment. (iStock)
The classicist added: “The family members (Caligula’s) have been studied by poisons and their antidotes… In my opinion, the self-defense motivation behind Caligula’s research on plants is different from just a nerd.”
Most importantly, Luke suggests Modern readers Ancient sources should be read with critical eyes, for example, his story about Caligula “was skillfully organized… in a way that shocks the reader.”
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“Shocking doesn’t take the facts clearly,” Luke said.
“When I pursue the facts behind some of Caligula’s cruelest stories, I often find Suetonius cleverly distorting what might have happened.”
