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TREES BEES USE
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TRE ES BE ES USE Apicultural value Datura stramonium \s a good source of nectar for bees
Names
Jimson Weed - Datura stramonium
seeds are reportedly used as an admixture for palm wine and local brews to enhance their intoxicating effects. The plant is reported to have medical uses: for treating aches,
abscesses, arthritis, asthma, and
Kwaroko (Hausa-Nigeria), Segede (YorubaNigeria), Osho (Iluen-Nigeria) Jimson Weed, Mad-apple, Thorn apple, Devil's apple,
is a good
gastrointestinal problems. Stimulant and has antibiotic, narcotic and It
anodyne properties.
Nightshade
Family Solanaceae
Description Jimson Weed is an annual shrub and is widespread in southern Nigeria. It is well known in most parts of America and Asia and is widely distributed throughout the warmer portion of the whole world.
Flowers Jimson Weed flowers throughout the year, more in the rainy season May to November. The bees visit the plant in the early hours of the morning.
Uses Nigeria the plant is not a farm crop but it is planted as a biological control for termites In
around buildings and for repelling snakes. It is equally potent for treating snake bites. The leaves from Jimson Weed are pounded and
soaked in water as a biological pesticide for controlling insects, particularly termites. The
Jimson weed is widely distributed in Ondo State. Nigeria
Thanks to Nelson Abila of Busho Serenity Foundation, Nigeria for supplying the text and photograph.
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