Lipped poison bottle, 'hydr...'clear glass, empty, for tincture of henbane, English, 1860-1900
Hyoscymus or Henbane is a poisonous plant whose seeds, roots and leaves are used in medical treatments. They are used as a diuretic, a muscle relaxant and to relieve aches and pains. The plant’s odour is a narcotic used to induce sleep and as pain relief. It is a horrible smell which is why the plant is also known as Stinking Nightshade. It is called “Henbane” as it is poisonous to poultry.
A tincture is an alcoholic solution of a medicine.
Details
- Category:
- Medical Glass-ware
- Collection:
- Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
- Object Number:
- A633508
- Materials:
- bottle, glass, clear
- Measurements:
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overall: 205 mm 74 mm, .4kg
