Question

The synonym of "Deadly night shade leaf" is _______

• A. \( \text{Belladonna} \)
• B. \( \text{Hyoscine} \)
• C. \( \text{Atropine} \)
• D. \( \text{Datura} \)

Hint:

"Bella donna" translates to "beautiful woman" in Italian, historically referring to the use of the plant's extracts to dilate pupils, making the eyes appear more attractive, despite its toxicity.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

"Deadly nightshade" refers to the plant *Atropa belladonna*. The leaves of this plant are commonly known as Belladonna leaves. Therefore, Belladonna is a synonym for "Deadly night shade leaf". Hyoscine and atropine are alkaloids found in Belladonna, and Datura is a related but different plant.