Datura is a genus of nine species of highly poisonous, vespertine-flowering plants belonging to the nightshade family (Solanaceae). They are commonly known as thornapples or jimsonweeds, but are also known as … Mehr anzeigen

Classifying Datura as to its species is difficult, and the descriptions of new species often are accepted prematurely. Later, these … Mehr anzeigen

All Datura plants contain tropane alkaloids such as scopolamine and atropine, primarily in their seeds and flowers, as well as the … Mehr anzeigen

In Pharmacology and Abuse of Cocaine, Amphetamines, Ecstasy and Related Designer Drugs, Freye asserts, "Few substances have received as many severely … Mehr anzeigen

The generic name Datura is taken from Hindi धतूरा dhatūra "thorn-apple", ultimately from Sanskrit धत्तूर dhattūra "white thorn … Mehr anzeigen

Datura species are usually sown annually from the seed produced in the spiny capsules, but, with care, the tuberous-rooted perennial species may be overwintered. … Mehr anzeigen

Datura is considered a deliriant. Due to the potent combination of anticholinergic substances it contains, Datura intoxication typically … Mehr anzeigen