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Definition of Jimson weed
1. Noun. Intensely poisonous tall coarse annual tropical weed having rank-smelling foliage, large white or violet trumpet-shaped flowers and prickly fruits.
Exact synonyms: Apple Of Peru, Common Thorn Apple, Datura Stramonium, Jamestown Weed, Jimsonweed
Generic synonyms: Thorn Apple
Generic synonyms: Thorn Apple
Definition of Jimson weed
1. Noun. (alternative spelling of jimsonweed) ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Medical Definition of Jimson weed
1. Jimson weed is often abused in young people for its intoxicating properties. If this plant is smoked or the seeds are ingested an acute anticholinergic poisoning can result. Fever, flushed face, confusion, violent behaviour, inability to urinate and dry mouth are associated features. (27 Sep 1997)