Deadly Nightshade
Atropa belladonna
Guideline: Poisonous
Type: Outdoor Plants
Other Names: Belladonna, common names vary by region
Deadly Nightshade has dark purple bell-shaped flowers and green (unripe) or black(ripe) berries. These berries grow separately on the plant while the less poisonous Black Nightshades berries grow in bunches. Another distinction between the two is Black Nightshade flowers have white petals.
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Is Deadly Nightshade item toxic?
Yes. Deadly nightshade (Atropa belladonna) is extremely toxic to rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas. Tropane alkaloids in leaves, flowers, and berries can cause drowsiness, paralysis, respiratory failure, and death.
Should I feed my pet Deadly Nightshade?
No. Do not feed deadly nightshade to rabbits, guinea pigs, or chinchillas.
How much can I feed them?
Do not offer as food. If your pet ate any part of deadly nightshade, seek emergency veterinary care immediately.
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