belladonna lily Synonyms
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belladonna lily Meaning
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belladonna lily (n)
amaryllis of South Africa often cultivated for its fragrant white or rose flowers
belladonna lily Sentence Examples
- The belladonna lily, with its trumpet-shaped flowers, is a captivating but highly toxic plant.
- The belladonna lily's alluring blooms belied the deadly poison within its petals.
- Beware of the belladonna lily's deceptive charm; its alkaloids can cause blindness and even death.
- The ancient Egyptians used extracts from the belladonna lily as eye drops to dilate pupils.
- In medieval Europe, women used the belladonna lily's extract as a cosmetic to enhance the allure of their eyes.
- The name "belladonna" comes from the Italian phrase "bella donna," meaning "beautiful lady," despite the plant's deadly nature.
- The belladonna lily is a key ingredient in the witches' brew featured in Shakespeare's Macbeth.
- The toxic berries and foliage of the belladonna lily can cause a burning sensation and gastrointestinal distress.
- Despite its toxicity, the belladonna lily has medicinal uses, such as reducing pain and inflammation.
- Caution must be exercised when handling the belladonna lily, as even small amounts can be lethal.
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amaryllis of South Africa often cultivated for its fragrant white or rose flowers
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The belladonna lily, with its trumpet-shaped flowers, is a captivating but highly toxic plant.
The belladonna lily's alluring blooms belied the deadly poison within its petals.
Beware of the belladonna lily's deceptive charm; its alkaloids can cause blindness and even death.
The ancient Egyptians used extracts from the belladonna lily as eye drops to dilate pupils.
