Thorn Apple (Datura stramonium) in flower and fruit. Naturalised in UK

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Thorn Apple (Datura stramonium) in flower and fruit. Naturalised in UK

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Thorn Apple - in flower and fruit. Naturalised in UK.
Datura stramonium
toxic
poisonous
Bob Gibbons
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Flowering Plant Fruit Fruits Poisonous Toxic Weed Thorn Apple

EDITORS COMMENTS
Nature's Mischievous Masterpiece: Thorn Apple - A Bewitching Beauty with a Toxic Twist!". In this snapshot captured by the talented Bob Gibbons, we are introduced to the enigmatic world of Thorn Apple. This flowering plant, known scientifically as Datura stramonium, has found its way into the heart of the United Kingdom, where it now thrives in all its glory. With delicate petals unfurling like an artist's brushstroke, these mesmerizing flowers beckon us closer. But beware! For hidden beneath their exquisite facade lies a potent secret – they are toxic and poisonous! Nature truly knows how to play tricks on us! As if that weren't enough to pique our curiosity, Thorn Apples also bear intriguing fruits that resemble tiny green lanterns hanging from their branches. These peculiar orbs add an extra touch of mystique to this already enchanting plant. While some may consider them weeds due to their invasive nature, there is no denying the allure of these rebellious beauties. They have boldly naturalized themselves across Europe and become part of our landscape. So next time you stumble upon one of these mischievous plants during your European adventures, take a moment to appreciate their unique charm but remember not to taste their forbidden fruit! After all, even Mother Nature enjoys playing pranks every now and then.

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