Jimsonweed
Definition
Jimsonweed is a tall herb plant. Jimsonweed poisoning occurs when someone sucks the juice or eats the seeds from this plant. You can also be poisoned by drinking tea made from the leaves.
Alternative Names
Angel's trumpet; Devil's weed; Thorn apple; Tolguacha; Jamestown weed; Stinkweed; Datura; Moonflower
Poisonous Ingredient
- Atropine
- Hyoscine (scopolamine)
- Hyoscyamine
- Tropane alkaloids
Note: This list may not include all poisonous ingredients.
Where Found
The poison is found in all parts of the plant, especially the leaves and seeds.
References
Chan K. Jimson weed poisoning -- a case report. Permanente Journal. 2002;6: 30-32.
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