Deadly Nightshade

Atropa belladonna

family

Solanaceae

origin

Exotic

declaration

NIL

NIL

For information only

Common names

Belladonna, Devil's cherries, Enchanter’s nightshade.

Deadly nightshade is a perennial bushy herb that grows in arid lands, reaches a height of 1.5 m (but can grow >2m), and has greenish purple flowers, oval leaves, and purple-black spherical sweet berries. All parts of the plant contain the alkaloids atropine, hyoscine, and scopolamine, making it poisonous. Personal protective equipment should be worn when dealing with this plant.

Leaf arrangement:Simple
Leaf form:Alternate
Red
Purple
Brown
Green

Impact

Impact

All parts of this plant are poisonous the cherry like fruit can be attractive to children.

Location

Location

Characteristics

Characteristics

Similar Species

Similar Species

Control Methods