Asphodel is a member of the lily family, and is often used in potion-making. Powdered root of Asphodel is using in the creation of the Draught of Living Death, and the Wiggenweld Potion.
Behind the scenes
Asphodel is a real plant that was believed to have magical properties. The ancient Greeks associated it with the death and the underworld, and considered it sacred to Persephone, goddess of the spring and queen of the underworld.
Appearances
- Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (First appearance) (Mentioned only)
- Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (game)