Hyoscyamus

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Hyoscyamus

Description Hyoscyamus is a genus of poisonous plants belonging to the nightshade family (Solanaceae). These plants are native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa, and are known for their hallucinogenic properties. The word “hyoscyamus” comes from the Greek words “hyos” meaning “pig” and “kyamos” meaning “bean,” referring to the shape of the plant’s fruit. There are several species of Hyoscyamus,…