Indian Belladonna
Atropa acuminata
Atropa acuminata is a plant traditionally not associated with any specific medicinal use in known traditions. Scientific studies have explored its potential for inducing callus from root and leaf explants, as well as varying concentrations of ethyl methanesulfonate (EMS) to induce morphological and physiological changes, including enhanced shoot dry weight and pigment contents. The plant has also been found to contain significant levels of elements like calcium, potassium, manganese, zinc, and selenium, particularly in its anti-diabetic medicinal applications. Research on the effects of methyl-β-cyclodextrin and coronatine on growth and tropane alkaloid biosynthesis in Atropa acuminata and A. belladonna hairy root cultures yielded mixed results. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for this plant, though further research is needed to fully understand its potential applications and implications.
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- The study found that different combinations of plant growth regulators were effective in inducing callus from both root and leaf explants of Atropa acuminata.
- The study found significant concentrations of elements like Ca, K, Mn, Zn, and Se in various parts of 16 anti-diabetic medicinal plants, including Atropa acuminata.
- The study found that methyl-β-cyclodextrin and coronatine influenced tropane alkaloid biosynthesis in Atropa acuminata and Atropa belladonna hairy root cultures, with varying effects on growth and alkaloid content.
- The study found that EMS treatment induced variations in callus and regenerated plant traits, with certain mutants showing enhanced shoot dry weight and pigment contents compared to controls.
Frequently asked questions
What is Indian Belladonna?
Indian Belladonna (Atropa acuminata) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What does the scientific evidence say about Indian Belladonna?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Indian Belladonna; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study found that different combinations of plant growth regulators were effective in inducing callus from both root and leaf explants of Atropa acuminata.
How strong is the evidence for Indian Belladonna?
The strongest finding for Indian Belladonna carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Indian Belladonna safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Indian Belladonna in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Indian Belladonna interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Indian Belladonna in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Indian Belladonna a proven treatment?
No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.
Sources
- T2 Methyl-β-cyclodextrin and coronatine as new elicitors of tropane alkaloid biosynthesis in Atropa acuminata and Atropa belladonna hairy root cultures. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Effect of plant growth regulators on in vitro induction and maintenance of callus from leaf and root explants of Atropa acuminata Royal ex Lindl. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Elemental Profiling of Common Anti-diabetic Medicinal Plants of Swat and Peshawar Districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) Province of Pakistan: An Investigation Using PIXE and ICP-OES. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Chemical-induced variations in callus regenerated Atropa acuminata plants: A study on Ethyl Methanesulfonate effects. literature abstract metadata