Atropa Belladonna Collection

Atropa Belladonna; Deadly Nightshade

Atropa belladonna, Deadly Nightshade plant

Deadly nightshade, Atropa belladonna. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr
FLO4563500 Deadly nightshade, Atropa belladonna. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse

Deadly nightshade, Atropa belladonna. Handcoloured lithograph by Henry Sowerby after an illustration by M.D
FLO4638326 Deadly nightshade, Atropa belladonna. Handcoloured lithograph by Henry Sowerby after an illustration by M.D. from Edward Hamilton's Flora Homeopathica, Bailliere, London

Deadly nightshade, Atropa belladonna. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Richard Duppa
FLO4617275 Deadly nightshade, Atropa belladonna. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Richard Duppa from his The Clours and Orders of the Linnaean System of Botany, Longman

Deadly nightshade, Atropa belladonna, and eggplant or eggplant, Solanum melongena
FLO4669163 Deadly nightshade, Atropa belladonna, and eggplant or eggplant, Solanum melongena. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch

Balsam apple female, Momordica balsamina, and deadly nightshade, Atropa belladonna
FLO4669192 Balsam apple female, Momordica balsamina, and deadly nightshade, Atropa belladonna. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch

Belladonna or deadly nightshade, Atropa belladonna. Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration by Walther Muller
FLO4990747 Belladonna or deadly nightshade, Atropa belladonna. Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration by Walther Muller from Hermann Adolph Koehler's Medicinal Plants

Deadly nightshade, Atropa belladonna. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair
FLO4985196 Deadly nightshade, Atropa belladonna. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimen's Medicinal Plants, London

Deadly nightshade (Atropa belladonna) Quarry Hangers (SWT), Chaldon, Surrey, England, June

Atropa belladonna, commonly known as belladonna or deadly nightshade
Illustration of a Atropa belladonna, commonly known as belladonna or deadly nightshade

Useful and medicinal plants, chromolithograph, published in 1889
Useful and medicinal plants: 1) Wolf's-bane (Aconitum lycoctonum); 2) Deadly nightshade (Atropa belladonna); 3) Henbane (Hyoscyamus niger); 4) Thorn apple (Datura stramonium); 5

Deadly nightshade, Atropa belladonna, Belladone
5324516 Deadly nightshade, Atropa belladonna, Belladone by Maubert, Louis Joseph Edouard (1806-1879); (add.info.: Deadly nightshade, Atropa belladonna, Belladone)

Atropa Belladonna or Nightshade (chromolitho)
735691 Atropa Belladonna or Nightshade (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Atropa Belladonna or Nightshade)

Common poisonous plants (engraving)
6005605 Common poisonous plants (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Common poisonous plants)

The Deadly Night-Shade, (Atropa Belladonna) (engraving)
1625134 The Deadly Night-Shade, (Atropa Belladonna) (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Deadly Night-Shade, (Atropa Belladonna)

Belladonna - Atropa belladonna (Solanum somniferum) by Leonhart Fuchs from De historia stirpium commentarii insignes
Herbal, 16th century. Leonhart Fuchs (1501-1566), De historia stirpium commentarii insignes (Notable Commentaries on the History of Plants), 1542. Belladonna - Atropa belladonna (Solanum somniferum)

BOTANY: BELLADONNA, 1744. Atropa belladonna. Woodcut from Theodor Zwingers Theatrum Botanicum

Atropa Belladonna, Deadly Nightshade

Solanaceae, Belladonna or Deadly Nightshade (Atropa belladonna), Suffruticose deciduous plant used as medicinal plant
Herbal, 18th-19th century. Iconographia Taurinensis. Volume II, Plate 93 by Francesco Peyrolery: Solanaceae, Belladonna or Deadly Nightshade (Atropa belladonna)

Deadly nightshade (Atropa bella-donna)
Deadly nightshade plants (Atropa bella-donna) in flower. This plant is highly poisonous. It contains toxic alkaloids, including atropine

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Atropa Belladonna, commonly known as Deadly Nightshade, is a captivating and dangerous plant that has intrigued botanists and herbalists for centuries. This chromolithograph, published in 1889, showcases the beauty with its vibrant purple flowers and dark berries. Found in Quarry Hangers (SWT), Chaldon, Surrey, this poisonous plant holds both useful and medicinal properties. Despite its enchanting appearance, Deadly Nightshade should be approached with caution due to its toxic nature. Its scientific name "Atropa belladonna" derives from Atropos - one of the three Fates in Greek mythology who cuts the thread of life - emphasizing the potential danger it possesses. The name "belladonna" translates to "beautiful woman, " hinting at its historical use by women to dilate their pupils for cosmetic purposes. Leonhart Fuchs depicted this intriguing plant in his work De historia as part of his exploration into botanical knowledge during the Renaissance period. The woodcut illustration captures the essence of Atropa belladonna's allure while warning viewers about its lethal effects. This chromolitho artwork titled "Atropa Belladonna or Nightshade" further emphasizes the mystique surrounding this deadly plant. Its deep red hues evoke a sense of foreboding while highlighting its significance in traditional medicine practices. Throughout history, various engravings have depicted Deadly Nightshade as one among many common poisonous plants. These illustrations serve as reminders to exercise caution when encountering such flora. In 1744, Theodor Zwinger's woodcut from Theatrum Botanicum showcased Atropa belladonna alongside other botanical wonders. This portrayal not only highlights its distinctive features but also serves as a reminder that even within nature's beauty lies hidden dangers. The deadly night-shade continues to captivate our imagination today with researchers uncovering new insights into its chemical composition and potential medical applications.