Datura is a genus of nine to twelve species of highly poisonous, vespertine- flowering plants belonging to the nightshade family. Commonly known as thornapples or jimsonweeds, they are also called devil's trumpets. Datura species are herbaceous, leafy annuals and short-lived perennials, known for their trumpet-shaped flowers, which can be white, yellow, or pale purple. These plants have been used for various purposes, including in rituals, medicines, and as recreational drugs. However, it's important to note that every part of the plant is toxic, and it can lead to unintentional poisoning and overdose deaths due to its hallucinogenic and intoxicating effects
. Datura has been used for at least 3,000 years in the southwestern United States and even longer in other parts of the world. It has been integrated into creation mythology and has been depicted in art, such as in the paintings of Georgia O’Keeffe
. The plant is also known for its pharmacological properties, with the seeds being used as an analgesic, anthelmintic, and anti-inflammatory agent in the treatment of various conditions
