nightshade
The origin and history of nightshade.
Etymology
From Old English nihtsceada, from night + shade, likely referring to the plant's dark berries or its use in causing drowsiness or hallucination.
The origin and history of nightshade.
From Old English nihtsceada, from night + shade, likely referring to the plant's dark berries or its use in causing drowsiness or hallucination.
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