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Is Purple nightshade Poisonous

September 11, 2024 1 min read
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All parts of purple nightshade are toxic to humans when eaten, with unripened fruit being the most toxic.
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Poisoning from purple nightshade can be fatal, affecting the gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, and central nervous systems.
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Despite its danger, purple nightshade is sometimes grown as an ornamental plant in gardens.
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Is Purple nightshade toxic to humans?

Poisoning from purple nightshade is most likely to occur from accidental ingestion of the plant. All parts of purple nightshade are toxic to humans when eaten, and the unripened fruit is the most toxic part. Poisoning can be fatal and may affect the gastrointestinal tract (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea), cardiovascular system (tachycardia, arrhythmia, and low blood pressure), and central nervous system (delirium, paralysis, coma, agitation, and convulsions). Despite its danger, purple nightshade can sometimes be encountered as an ornamental cultivated plant in gardens. Children may be more susceptible to accidentally eating this plant due to its attractive flowers.
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