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BlattaPulvereus

The label on a jar of Blatta Pulvereus

Blatta Pulvereus is an ingredient used in Potion-making of unknown effect and usage.[1] Based on its etymology, it might be, or contain, pulverised cockroaches or other insects.

Etymology[]

  • "Blatta" is the Latin term to refer to lucifuge insects: any insect that shuns the light, such as cockroaches, moths, or bookworms, although it specifically refers to cockroaches in the Italian language.
  • "Pulvereus" is the Latin root of the modern English word "pulverised".

Appearances[]

Notes and references[]

  1. Label Collection book in the Harry Potter Wizard's Collection box set.