Find it in the southern half of Britain on calcareous chalky soil and in areas where soil has been disturbed. Some birds can eat the berries of deadly nightshade although they are more likely to take fruits from other plant species. The berries are also poisonous to various mammals, but eaten by rabbits and even cows! Deadly nightshade was said to be the property of the Devil, meaning that anyone who eats the berries is punished for eating his fruit.
In art and poetry, it represents danger and betrayal. Medicines made from the plant are said to ease abdominal problems and motion sickness. It is also used by eye surgeons — in a very refined state — as it dilates the pupils. A quick guide to five of the most poisonous plants you may encounter on a countryside walk in the UK. Learn how to recognise them and get fascinating facts on their toxicity. Deadly nightshade. What it looks like Where to find it Value to wildlife Mythology and symbolism Uses.
Quick facts. Common name: deadly nightshade Scientific name: Atropa belladonna Family: Solanaceae Origin: native Flowering season: June to September Habitat: woodland, scrub, path edges. What does deadly nightshade look like? Deadly nightshade is a perennial plant with long, thin branches. Did you know? Where to find deadly nightshade Look in scrubby areas and woodland, but also along paths and banks. Value to wildlife. The faster you get medical help, the better the chance for recovery.
DO NOT touch or eat any unfamiliar plant. Wash your hands after working in the garden or walking in the woods. Auerbach PS. Wild plant and mushroom poisoning. In: Auerbach PS, ed. Medicine for the Outdoors. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; Graeme KA. Toxic plant ingestions. Auerbach's Wilderness Medicine. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; chap Updated by: Jacob L. Editorial team.
Black nightshade poisoning. Black nightshade poisoning occurs when someone eats pieces of the black nightshade plant. Poisonous Ingredient. The poisonous ingredients are: Atropine Solanine very poisonous, even in small amounts. Poisons are found in the black nightshade plant, especially in the unripened fruit and leaves.
Black nightshade poisoning can affect many areas of the body. Before Calling Emergency. Get the following information: Person's age, weight, and condition Name and part of the plant that was swallowed, if known Time it was swallowed Amount swallowed. What to Expect at the Emergency Room. The person may receive: Activated charcoal Blood and urine tests Breathing support, including oxygen through a tube through the mouth into the lungs, and a breathing machine ventilator Chest x-ray ECG electrocardiogram, or heart tracing Fluids through a vein IV Medicines to treat symptoms and reverse the effects of the poison.
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