Latin Name(s): Dhatura Stramonium

English Name(s): Jimson Weed, Gypsum Weed, Loco Weed, Jamestown Weed, Thorn Apple, Angel's Trumpet, Devil's Trumpet, Mad Hatter, Crazy Tea, and Zombie's Cucumber

Sanskrit / Indian Name (s): Dhatura

Cure for: Dhatura is very useful herb for treating asthma. The smoke from burning leaves is inhaled to relieve asthmatic attacks.

Dhatura fruit is a specific remedy for phlegmatic and bilious types of malaria fever. The herb is also valuable remedy for heart disorders as it relieves cardiac pains. It can be applied to swellings, tumors and rheumatic pains.  A preparation made from datura seeds with other ingredients is useful in patchy baldness.