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Atropa belladonna, aka belladonna or deadly nightshade, a poisonous perennial herbaceous plant in the nightshade family Solanaceae. From Le Savant du Foyer ou Notions Scientifiques Sur Les Objets Usuels de la Vie, published 1864
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Atropa belladonna, aka belladonna or deadly nightshade, a poisonous perennial herbaceous plant in the nightshade family Solanaceae. From Le Savant du Foyer ou Notions Scientifiques Sur Les Objets Usuels de la Vie, published 1864
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Family Flora Herbaceous Medicinal Perennial Poisonous Belladonna Deadly Nightshade Nightshade Solanaceae
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This vintage print captures the exquisite beauty and deadly nature of Atropa belladonna, commonly known as belladonna or deadly nightshade. Published in 1864, this engraving is a testament to the rich history and scientific exploration of our natural world. Atropa belladonna belongs to the Solanaceae family, also known as the nightshade family. Its striking purple flowers and dark berries are visually captivating, but beneath its alluring appearance lies a potent poison. This perennial herbaceous plant has long been recognized for its toxic properties. In earlier times, this plant was utilized for medicinal purposes due to its powerful effects on the human body. However, it required great caution and expertise to extract its therapeutic benefits without succumbing to its lethal consequences. Le Savant du Foyer ou Notions Scientifiques Sur Les Objets Usuels de la Vie provides us with an invaluable glimpse into botanical knowledge from over a century ago. This archival illustration transports us back in time when scientific exploration was intertwined with artistic expression. As we admire this historical image, let us appreciate both the danger and allure that nature can possess. It serves as a reminder of humanity's eternal fascination with flora and our continuous quest for understanding their secrets - even those hidden within seemingly innocent plants like Atropa belladonna.
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