Henbane Collection (#2)

Poisonous plants. As well as the poisonous Black or Common Nightshade (Solanum nigrum) top left, and Woody Nightshade or Bittersweet (Solanum dulcarama) top right

Henbane - Hyoscyamus niger (Hyoscyamus flavus ) by Leonhart Fuchs from De historia stirpium commentarii insignes
Herbal, 16th century. Leonhart Fuchs (1501-1566), De historia stirpium commentarii insignes (Notable Commentaries on the History of Plants), 1542

Microscopic Vegetable Objects C017 / 3506
Plate from 18th century encyclopedia showing illustrations of microscopical objects. Shown are various seeds of plants including; apple, clematis, columbine, cabbage, cucumber, jasmine, pear, poppy

Hyoscyamus niger, henbane
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London

Hyoscyamus aureus, golden flowered henbane
Folio 41 from A Collection of Flowers (1795) by John Edwards. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Henbane (Hyoscyamus niger) Fruit

HENBANE
Henbane (Hyoscyamus Niger), is wild, poisonous plant, often used for medicinal purposes. Date: 1930s

Henbane (Hyoscyamus niger)
Henbane flowers (Hyoscyamus niger). This plant is used in herbal medicine as a sedative and painkiller. It used in the treatment of Parkinsons disease, asthma, whooping cough, motion sickness

Hyoscyamus Niger
HENBANE French : jusquiame noir

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"Henbane: A Fascinating and Deadly Poisonous Plant" Step back in time with this captivating lithograph from 1895, showcasing the notorious henbane plant. Known for its poisonous properties, henbane belongs to the family of medicinal herbs that have both intrigued and terrified humanity throughout history. Hyoscyamus niger, commonly referred to as black henbane, takes center stage in this lithograph. Found predominantly in Dorset, England, this plant has long been associated with danger and caution due to its toxic nature. Alongside it are other poisonous plants like Solanum nigrum (black nightshade) and Solanum dulcamara (woody nightshade), but none compare to the deadly Atropa belladonna or Deadly Nightshade featured at the bottom left corner. Despite its lethal reputation, there is an undeniable allure surrounding henbane's yellow flowers that grace its dark foliage. This hand-colored lithograph published in 1880 beautifully captures the intricate details of these enchanting blooms. Henbane's notoriety extends beyond its visual appeal; it possesses a rich historical significance as well. Throughout centuries past, herbalists and healers harnessed its potent properties for various medicinal purposes despite the risks involved. The delicate balance between healing and harm makes hyoscyamus niger a subject of great intrigue among botany enthusiasts. Transport yourself further into history with another depiction - a vibrant color lithograph from 1951 titled "Yellow Mimulus. " This artwork showcases yet another aspect of this enigmatic plant's beauty while reminding us of its potential dangers lurking beneath those alluring petals. As we explore these poison plants through art and literature, let us remember their power should never be underestimated nor taken lightly. Henbane stands as a testament to nature's ability to captivate our senses while simultaneously posing threats that demand respect and caution.