Hyoscyamus albus - white bilsrot

Hyoscyamus Albus, generally known as white bils, is a herbaceous plant from the family of nightshade plants (Solanaceae). This plant has a long history in medicine, but was also treated with caution due to its toxic components.

Botanical characteristics

Hyoscyamus Albus is a one -year, two -year or multi -year plant with a height of around 30 to 60 cm. The leaves are elongated, serrated and can have a gray -green color. The flowers are trumpet -shaped, white or pale yellow and stand in thick tufts. The fruits are spherical capsules that contain numerous small seeds.

Pharmacological aspects

The white stems contain alkaloids such as scopolamine and hyoscyamine that act on the central nervous system. These substances have a strong pharmacological effect and can serve as hallucinogens and sedative means. Due to these properties, the biling was used in the history of history, but also treated with caution because of its toxicity.

Historical use

In history, Hyoscyamus albus was used in medicine, especially in the field of traditional medicine. It was used to treat symptoms such as asthma, cramps and insomnia. However, the application was often carried out in very low doses due to the potential toxicity of the alkaloids it contains.

Dangers and toxicity

The white stems are known for its toxic properties, and consumption can cause serious health problems. The alkaloids can cause hallucinations, confusion, breathing problems and even death. Due to these dangers, dealing with the plant in modern medicine is severely restricted.

Modern use and control

Due to the toxic nature of Hyoscyamus Albus, the plant is only used very limited in medicine today, and this under the strict control of experts. The development of synthetic drugs with comparable active ingredients has further restricted the use of the plant.

Future perspectives

The future of research on Hyoscyamus albus could concentrate on the examination of the exact chemical components and their pharmacological potential. This could lead to a better understanding of the effects and possibly lead to new therapeutic applications in modern medicine.