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| Definition: | Poisoning from sucking the flower nectar, eating the seeds, or drinking "tea" made from the leaves. The plant also is known as Jamestown weed, thorn apple, stinkweed, Datura, and moonflower.
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| Alternative Names: | Angel's trumpet; Devil's weed; Thorn apple; Tolguacha
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| Poisonous Ingredient: | - hyoscyamine
- atropine
- hyoscine (scopolamine)
Note: This list may not be all inclusive.
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| Where Found: | - The poison is found in all parts of the plant, especially the leaves and seeds. Note: This list may not be all inclusive.
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Review Date: 1/15/2002
Reviewed By: Victoria Kennedy, RN, A.D.A.M. editorial.
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