sacred datura

Sacred datura, belonging to the genus Datura in the nightshade family, is a poisonous flowering plant known for its large, trumpet-shaped flowers. These fragrant blooms can be white, yellow, pink, or purple and grow from a spiny capsule fruit containing numerous seeds. The plant's leaves are simple and arranged alternately.

Datura species contain potent alkaloids like atropine, scopolamine, and hyoscyamine, making them toxic if ingested. Some species, including sacred datura (D. wrightii), have been historically used in religious ceremonies by various peoples, such as Mexican Indians. These plants are often considered weeds and can be found in disturbed habitats worldwide.12