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HERBAL MEDICINE : The name "jimson weed" (or "Jamestown weed") originates from a historical incident in 1676 during Bacon's Rebellion in colonial Jamestown, Virginia, where British soldiers accidentally ingested it in a stew and experienced prolonged hallucinations, delirium, and bizarre behavior for about 11 days. # Jimson weed, scientifically known as Datura stramonium, is a highly toxic annual herbaceous plant belonging to the nightshade family (Solanaceae). It is also commonly called thornapple, devil's trumpet, Jamestown weed, or stinkweed. # Historical and Cultural UsesDespite its dangers, D. stramonium has been used historically for medicinal, ritualistic, and hallucinogenic purposes:Indigenous peoples in the Americas, such as the Algonquin Indians, used it as an intoxicant and hallucinogen in ceremonies. In Haitian Vodou, it's an ingredient in "zombi cucumber" concoctions believed to induce zombie-like states. # Colonially, it served as a folk remedy for ailments like asthma or pain, though this is extremely risky. # Its name derives from Greek words meaning "nightshade that makes mad," reflecting its mind-altering effects. # VINTAGE ETCHING circa late 19th century. Digital restoration by Pictore. Free of AI.