Nightshade Family
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Solandra
Description Solandra is a flowering plant that belongs to the nightshade family. It is native to Central and South America and is known for its beautiful and fragrant flowers. The plant can grow up to 30 feet tall and has large, glossy leaves that are about 6 inches long. The flowers are trumpet-shaped and can be up to 5 inches…
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Nicotiana Glauca
Description Nicotiana Glauca, also known as tree tobacco, is a plant in the nightshade family that is native to South America but has spread to other parts of the world. It is a fast-growing evergreen tree that can reach up to 20 feet in height. The leaves are large and gray-green in color with a velvety texture. The flowers are…
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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,…
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