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Thorn apple seed pod
Thorn apple seed pod. The thorn apple (Datura stramonium) is a poisonous plant of the nightshade family. It has been used in herbal medicine as a painkiller and to treat asthma, but it can be fatal if the dose is misjudged. Photograhed growing in a disturbed sandy area on Braunton Burrows, Devon
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Media ID 6279125
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Alkaloids Braunton Burrows Datura Stramonium Deadly Devon Fatal Flowering Plants Herbal Medicine Lethal Medicinal Medicinal Plant Natural Poisonous Re Production Remedy Reproductive Seed Pod Spike Spikes Spiky Spines Spiny Thorn Apple Toxic Datura Nightshade Poisonous Plant Tradtional
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Breathtakingly beautiful and intriguing, our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints bring the wonders of nature right into your home. This captivating image showcases the unique Thorn Apple Seed Pod, a fascinating find from the nightshade family. The Thorn Apple, also known as Datura stramonium, is a poisonous plant, yet it has a rich history in herbal medicine, used as a painkiller and to treat asthma. Add this stunning, high-quality Canvas Print to your decor, and let the allure of the natural world captivate you every day.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a Thorn apple seed pod, revealing the intricate details of this fascinating and dangerous plant. The Thorn apple, scientifically known as Datura stramonium, belongs to the nightshade family and is notorious for its poisonous nature. Despite its toxicity, it has been historically used in herbal medicine as a painkiller and to alleviate asthma symptoms. However, caution must be exercised as misjudging the dosage can prove fatal. The photograph captures the Thorn apple seed pod thriving in a disturbed sandy area on Braunton Burrows in Devon, United Kingdom. Its spiky exterior is adorned with numerous sharp spikes or spines that serve both protective and reproductive purposes. This botanical marvel exemplifies the wonders of British flora while reminding us of their potential dangers. Datura stramonium's lethal properties stem from its high concentration of alkaloids found within various parts of the plant. Although visually appealing with its single seed pod and beautiful flowering plants, this species demands respect due to its potent toxicity. This image serves as a reminder of nature's complexity and highlights how even seemingly harmless plants can possess deadly attributes when not handled properly. It also underscores the significance of traditional medicinal practices while emphasizing the need for caution when utilizing such remedies derived from poisonous plants like Datura stramonium.
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