Plant Description:

1. Coarse annual herbs (up to 5 feet) with large alternate leaves, with irregular, pointed teeth (scalloped)

2. Large, showy, tubular flowers (like a trumpet) that are white to creamy in color

3. Related plant

      a) Scientific Name- Hyocyamus

      b) Common Name- Henbrane

Toxic Principle:

1. Tropane alkaloids containing atropine and related substances which affect the nervous system

Disease:

1. All classes of livestock affected

2. Major symptoms seen include:

      a) dilated pupils, impaired vision

      b) intense thirst, dry mucous membranes, decreased salivation

      c) increased body temperature and heart rate

      d) bizarre behavior and possible hallucinations

Treatment:

1. Symptomatic treatment including good clean forage and water