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Nightshade, (genus Solanum), genus of about 2,300 species of flowering plants in the nightshade family (Solanaceae). The term nightshade is often associated with poisonous species, though the genus also contains a number of economically important food crops, including tomato (Solanum lycopersicum),
The Solanaceae ( / ˌsɒləˈneɪsi.iː, - ˌaɪ / ), [ 2] or the nightshades, are a family of flowering plants that ranges from annual and perennial herbs to vines, lianas, epiphytes, shrubs, and trees, and includes a number of agricultural crops, medicinal plants, spices, weeds, and ornamentals.
Atropa belladonna, commonly known as belladonna or deadly nightshade, is a toxic perennial herbaceous plant in the nightshade family Solanaceae, [1] which also includes tomatoes, potatoes and aubergine (eggplant). It is native to Europe and Western Asia, including Turkey.
Sep 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.
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Sep 21, 2017 · Nightshade Flowers. Common nightshade flowers are white, while that of the climbing nightshade plant is a lavender or bluish hue. Both flowers feature a drooping star shape, with the petals peeling backwards away from the face of the flower, which contains a yellow cone of anthers.
The Powerful Solanaceae: Belladonna. Deadly nightshade, belladonna, Devil’s cherries ( Atropa belladonna) The original range of Atropa belladonna was from southern Europe to Asia but today is naturalized in many parts of the world. Photo credit: Smithsonian Institution.
What are nightshade flowers? Nightshade flowers belong to the Solanaceae family. They are known for their distinctive shapes and colors, often featuring bell-like blooms. Common examples include tomatoes, potatoes, and eggplants.
Oct 30, 2023 · Flowers of the eastern black nightshade are small, white, and star-shaped with five petals, appearing in clusters (Figure 5). They bloom in the late spring to early summer, leading to the formation of berries.
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Sep 21, 2017 · The nightshade family (Solanaceae) is rich with flowering plants, many of which have an increased allure in popular culture due to their toxicity. The alkaloids in many species in the Solanaceae family can cause symptoms ranging from visual hallucinations to nerve damage and even death.
Jun 25, 2024 · Solanaceae, the nightshade, or potato, family of flowering plants (order Solanales), with 102 genera and about 2,280 species, many of considerable economic importance as food and drug plants. Members of the Solanaceae family are found throughout the world but are most abundant and widely.
