Scientists have identified a rare Andean forest tree related to tomatoes and potatoes as a plant group never named before.

The discovery redraws part of the nightshade family and ties the tree to plant chemicals with medical power.

    • LibertyLizard@slrpnk.netOPM
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      18 hours ago

      Yeah but they may not be the fun kind.

      It is somewhat related to Datura which is a drug but not generally too enjoyable from what I’ve read.

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        18 hours ago

        Well, I was thinking more medicinal drugs than fun drugs — though I know there are people who get “high” off Datura. Doesn’t sound pleasant.