atropamine

/ætrəʊˈpeɪmɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A toxic alkaloid found in plants of the genus Atropa, in particular the deadly nightshade (Atropa belladonna).

“The researchers discovered that atropamine was responsible for the plant’s toxic effects.”

Synonyms

  • atropine
  • belladonna alkaloid

Antonyms

  • benzylisoquinoline