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tana leaves

posted 8 years ago by clarklkzy
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It seems many of the Universal mummy movies have "tana leaves" that revive the mummy.
Where did they get this? Is there such a plant in ancient Egypt?

[–] ElectricWarlock 8 years ago

I'm not sure but they always make me think of the tannis root in Rosemary's Baby for some reason. I suppose because the name is so similar.

[–] millsey72 (10939) a year ago

The plant is native in Egypt. You can find it in health stores today and brew into a nice tea. Its very healthy as it gives you energy and keeps you young

[–] PaladinNJ (21781) a year ago

Tanna leaves are not real. Just a plot device to explain how the mummy can be revived.