The Italian term “Bella-donna” means “beautiful lady.” Because the ladies of Venice employed Atropa Belladonna as a cosmetic, the plant was given this name (due to the mydriasis caused by its use).
The Italian term “Bella-donna” means “beautiful lady.” Because the ladies of Venice employed Atropa Belladonna as a cosmetic, the plant was given this name (due to the mydriasis caused by its use).