Deadly nightshade from Köhler’s Medicinal Plants / Atropa belladonna

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Atropa belladonna, commonly known as deadly nightshade, is a highly poisonous plant that belongs to the Solanaceae family. This perennial herbaceous plant has shiny black or purple berries and striking bell-shaped purple flowers that vary in size from 2-4 centimeters. The leaves of Atropa belladonna are dark green and oval or lance-shaped with wavy edges. Its toxicity comes from the chemical atropine found in all parts of the plant. Atropa belladonna has been used throughout history for medicinal purposes, particularly for its sedative effects on the nervous system. However, due to its high level of toxicity, it can cause serious health complications if ingested in large quantities. It is important to exercise caution around Atropa belladonna and not touch or consume any part of it without proper expertise and guidance.