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Poisonous plants. As well as the poisonous Black or Common Nightshade (Solanum nigrum) top left, and Woody Nightshade or Bittersweet (Solanum dulcarama) top right, there are the more dangerous Deadly Nightshade(Atropa belladonna) bottom left
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Poisonous plants. As well as the poisonous Black or Common Nightshade (Solanum nigrum) top left, and Woody Nightshade or Bittersweet (Solanum dulcarama) top right, there are the more dangerous Deadly Nightshade(Atropa belladonna) bottom left
541215 Poisonous plants. As well as the poisonous Black or Common Nightshade (Solanum nigrum) top left, and Woody Nightshade or Bittersweet (Solanum dulcarama) top right, there are the more dangerous Deadly Nightshade(Atropa belladonna) bottom left, which contains the alkaloids Atropine and Hyoscyamine, Thorn Apple (Datura stramonium) centre and Henbane (Hyoscyamus niger) right which contain Hyoscyamine. (c1885). Chromolithograph. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 31712008
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Apple Belladonna Bittersweet Bottom C1885 Centre Common Dangerous Deadly Henbane Left Niger Nightshade Nigrum Poisonous Solanum Thorn Woody Alkaloids Atropa Atropine Datura Hyoscyamus Stramonium
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This chromolithograph from the 19th century showcases a collection of poisonous plants, reminding us of the hidden dangers lurking in nature's beauty. The print features various species, each with their own toxic properties and intriguing characteristics. In the top left corner, we find the Black or Common Nightshade (Solanum nigrum), known for its poisonous berries that resemble tempting black jewels. Adjacent to it on the top right is Woody Nightshade or Bittersweet (Solanum dulcarama), another deceptive plant with vibrant red fruits that can be fatal if ingested. However, it is at the bottom left where true peril lies. Deadly Nightshade (Atropa belladonna) takes center stage, emanating an aura of danger. This sinister plant contains potent alkaloids such as Atropine and Hyoscyamine, capable of inducing hallucinations and even death. The Thorn Apple (Datura stramonium) stands boldly in the center of this composition, exuding an air of mystery with its striking white flowers and spiky seed pods. To its right sits Henbane (Hyoscyamus niger), a plant notorious for containing Hyoscyamine which has been used throughout history for both medicinal and nefarious purposes. This chromolithograph serves as a reminder that beneath nature's allure lies a world teeming with potentially lethal secrets. It invites us to appreciate these plants' unique qualities while urging caution when encountering them in our surroundings.
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