Henna

Henna in Ancient Egypt


 * Egyptian Name:**

//Hnw// or //Nh-imy//

Imported from the coastal regions of the Indian Ocean and East Africa, Henna was used to make perfume, as well as a yellow, orange, or red dye. Hair, fingernails, skin, and mummy wrappings were dyed with henna. Known as "Isis’ magic blood," it was thought to ward off danger, and the scent of henna was claimed to be able to revive a dead person. Leaves of this plant have been found in tombs.

Herbs of Ancient Egypt