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{{jpg | {{Short description|A species of flowering plant in the nightshade family Solanaceae}} | ||
{{Taxobox | |||
| name = Datura metel | |||
| image = Datura metel.jpg | |||
| image_caption = ''Datura metel'' flower | |||
| regnum = Plantae | |||
| unranked_divisio = Angiosperms | |||
| unranked_classis = Eudicots | |||
| unranked_ordo = Asterids | |||
| ordo = Solanales | |||
| familia = Solanaceae | |||
| genus = ''[[Datura]]'' | |||
| species = '''''D. metel''''' | |||
| binomial = ''Datura metel'' | |||
| binomial_authority = L. | |||
}} | |||
'''''Datura metel''''', commonly known as [[devil's trumpet]], is a species of [[flowering plant]] in the family [[Solanaceae]]. It is native to [[Asia]] and is widely cultivated and naturalized in tropical and subtropical regions around the world. The plant is known for its striking flowers and its use in traditional medicine, although it is highly toxic. | |||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
Datura metel is | ''Datura metel'' is a [[shrub]] that can grow up to 1.5 meters in height. The plant has large, ovate leaves that are dark green and have a smooth texture. The flowers are trumpet-shaped, typically white or purple, and can be up to 20 cm long. The fruit is a spiny capsule that contains numerous seeds. | ||
[[File:Datura metel flower.jpg|thumb|right|''Datura metel'' flower]] | |||
==Toxicity== | |||
All parts of ''Datura metel'' contain [[tropane alkaloids]] such as [[atropine]], [[scopolamine]], and [[hyoscyamine]], which are highly toxic. Ingestion of the plant can cause symptoms such as [[hallucinations]], [[delirium]], [[tachycardia]], and in severe cases, [[death]]. Due to its toxicity, the plant should be handled with care, and ingestion should be avoided. | |||
== | ==Uses== | ||
Despite its toxicity, ''Datura metel'' has been used in traditional medicine for its antispasmodic and analgesic properties. It has been used to treat [[asthma]], [[cough]], and [[pain]]. However, due to the risk of poisoning, its use is not recommended without professional supervision. | |||
== | ==Cultivation== | ||
''Datura metel'' is cultivated for its ornamental value. It prefers well-drained soil and a sunny location. The plant is drought-tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates, although it is sensitive to frost. | |||
[[File:Datura metel plant.jpg|thumb|left|''Datura metel'' plant in bloom]] | |||
Datura metel | |||
==Cultural Significance== | ==Cultural Significance== | ||
In some cultures, ''Datura metel'' is used in religious and spiritual rituals. It is considered a sacred plant in certain traditions and is used for its psychoactive properties. | |||
== | ==Related pages== | ||
* [[Datura stramonium]] | |||
* [[Brugmansia]] | |||
* [[Solanaceae]] | |||
[[Category:Datura|metel]] | |||
[[Category:Flora of Asia]] | [[Category:Flora of Asia]] | ||
[[Category:Medicinal plants]] | [[Category:Medicinal plants]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:Ornamental plants]] | ||
Revision as of 17:33, 18 February 2025
A species of flowering plant in the nightshade family Solanaceae
Datura metel, commonly known as devil's trumpet, is a species of flowering plant in the family Solanaceae. It is native to Asia and is widely cultivated and naturalized in tropical and subtropical regions around the world. The plant is known for its striking flowers and its use in traditional medicine, although it is highly toxic.
Description
Datura metel is a shrub that can grow up to 1.5 meters in height. The plant has large, ovate leaves that are dark green and have a smooth texture. The flowers are trumpet-shaped, typically white or purple, and can be up to 20 cm long. The fruit is a spiny capsule that contains numerous seeds.
Toxicity
All parts of Datura metel contain tropane alkaloids such as atropine, scopolamine, and hyoscyamine, which are highly toxic. Ingestion of the plant can cause symptoms such as hallucinations, delirium, tachycardia, and in severe cases, death. Due to its toxicity, the plant should be handled with care, and ingestion should be avoided.
Uses
Despite its toxicity, Datura metel has been used in traditional medicine for its antispasmodic and analgesic properties. It has been used to treat asthma, cough, and pain. However, due to the risk of poisoning, its use is not recommended without professional supervision.
Cultivation
Datura metel is cultivated for its ornamental value. It prefers well-drained soil and a sunny location. The plant is drought-tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates, although it is sensitive to frost.
Cultural Significance
In some cultures, Datura metel is used in religious and spiritual rituals. It is considered a sacred plant in certain traditions and is used for its psychoactive properties.
