What is another word for Genus Atropa?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs atɹˈə͡ʊpə] (IPA) 
Genus Atropa is a group of plants that belong to the Solanaceae family and are known for their powerful medicinal properties. These plants are commonly referred to as Deadly nightshade, Bittersweet, Belladonna, or Mandrake. The leaves of these plants contain a complex mixture of alkaloids, which have potent anticholinergic and narcotic effects. At the same time, they can also be toxic if consumed in large doses. Because of their historical use in witchcraft and the fact that they can be lethal when ingested, these plants have become famous around the world. However, despite their notoriety, Atropa plants have also played important roles in medicine and science.
