The story of the Spanish fly is often surrounded by myth.
История испанской мушки часто окутана мифами.
Definitions
Spanish fly is a common name for a substance derived from the blister beetle (Lytta vesicatoria). Historically, it was used as an aphrodisiac and to treat various ailments, but it is highly toxic and can cause severe health problems. The term is also sometimes used colloquially to refer to any supposed sexual stimulant.
