Atropa belladonna - Wikipedia
WEBAtropa belladonna, commonly known as belladonna or deadly nightshade, is a toxic perennial herbaceous plant in the nightshade family Solanaceae, which also includes tomatoes, potatoes and aubergine (eggplant). It is native to Europe and Western Asia, including Turkey.
Deadly Nightshade (Atropa belladonna): Your Complete Guide
WEBSep 6, 2023 · Atropa belladonna, or deadly nightshade, has a long, colorful history. This perennial herb has long been used (and misused) for its medicinal, toxic, and hallucinogenic properties. All parts of the plant contain potent alkaloids, which cause intoxication, delirium, and even death.
Atropa belladonna - Plant Finder - Missouri Botanical Garden
WEBNoteworthy Characteristics. Atropa belladonna, commonly known as deadly nightshade or belladonna, is one of the most toxic plants native to the Eastern Hemisphere. It is a branched, thick-rooted, herbaceous perennial of the nightshade family (e.g., tomatoes, potatoes, eggplants, tobacco, chili peppers, and jimsonweed) that grows to 3-4’ tall.
Belladonna | Poisonous, Medicinal, Herb | Britannica
WEBApr 12, 2024 · Belladonna, (Atropa belladonna), tall bushy herb of the nightshade family (Solanaceae), the source of the crude drug of the same name. The highly poisonous plant is a native of wooded or waste areas in central and southern Eurasia. It grows to about 1.5 metres (4–5 feet) tall and has dull green.
Atropa bella-donna - North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant …
WEBCommon Name (s): Belladonna. Deadly Nightshade. Phonetic Spelling. ah-TROH-pah bel-lah-DON-nah. This plant has high severity poison characteristics. See below. Description. Belladonna is native to England as well as Central and Southern Europe, where it can be found in disturbed areas, along roads and waste sites.
BELLADONNA - Uses, Side Effects, and More - WebMD
WEBOverview. Belladonna (Atropa belladonna) is a plant that grows from Western Europe to the Himalayas. It’s also grown in the US. All parts of the plant are poisonous. Belladonna has chemicals...
Deadly Nightshade (Atropa belladonna) - Woodland Trust
WEBQuick facts. Common name: deadly nightshade. Scientific name: Atropa belladonna. Family: Solanaceae. Origin: native. Flowering season: June to September. Habitat: woodland, scrub, path edges. What does deadly nightshade look like? Deadly nightshade is a perennial plant with long, thin branches.
USDA Plants Database
WEBAtropa bella-donna L. belladonna. Additional References; Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ATBE) Jepson Interchange (University of California - Berkeley) (ATBE) Atropa bella-donna L. belladonna. Data Source. Last Revised by: John T. Kartesz, Biota of North America Program.
Belladonna: Remedy with a Dark Past - Healthline
WEBSep 17, 2014 · Belladonna ( Atropa belladonna) is a poisonous plant that has been used as a medicine since ancient times. It is named “Belladonna” for the “beautiful women” of Renaissance Italy, who took it...
The Powerful Solanaceae: Belladonna - US Forest Service
WEBAtropa belladonna is a medium sized shrub with dark green leaves and distinct purple bell-shaped flowers. The original range of this species was from southern Europe to Asia but today is naturalized in many parts of the world. Photo credit: Smithsonian Institution.
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