Argemone (prickly poppy): description, distribution, uses and risks Argemone Argemone, commonly called prickly poppy, is a genus of spiny, poppy-like plants used ornamentally and in folk medicine; several species are weedy and contain toxic alkaloids linked…
Quinine: natural antimalarial alkaloid from Cinchona bark Quinine Quinine is a bitter alkaloid from Cinchona bark historically used to treat malaria and fever; it remains important medically and culturally as a medicine and flavouring agent.
Strychnine: properties, toxicity, history and uses Strychnine Strychnine is a potent plant-derived alkaloid known for its toxicity, historical uses as a pesticide and stimulant, and importance in medicine and forensic toxicology.
