Spanish fly

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The Spanish fly exists, only it's actually a beetle. Oh, and you might die excruciatingly if you eat it.

Spanish Fly (Lytta vesicatoria) : : one of a number of species that are collectively called blister beetles; it and other such species were used in preparations offered by traditional apothecaries. The perceived aphrodisiac properties of L. vesicatoria and its dried cantharides, are a result of its toxicology, specifically, irritant effects it has upon the body's genitourinary track; views of this property are anachronistic alongside modern statements saying the effect is just painful.

The Cantharis remedy comes from a beetle which contains cantharidin, a toxic blistering agent. Interestingly, it also treats blisters with intense cutting or burning pains.

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