Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Enchanter's Nightshade |
| Scientific Name | Circaea lutetiana |
| MainColor | White |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Distribution |  Native |
| Season Found | July (Jul - Sep) |
| ImageUrl | Circaea-001 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Abbots Langley |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 12 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | A |
Flower Details
Description
Enchanter's Nightshade is a perennial herb with small, white, two-petalled flowers and heart-shaped leaves. It typically grows in shady, moist woodland areas and can reach heights of 30 to 60 cm. The plant has a slender stem and produces tiny, hooked fruits that easily attach to passing animals and humans.
Distribution
This species is native to Europe and parts of Asia, commonly found in deciduous forests and shaded hedgerows. It has also been introduced to North America.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Inedible - the plant is not considered suitable for human consumption.
Human Toxicity
Non_ToxicNon Toxic - there are no significant toxic effects reported for humans.
Pet Toxicity
Non Toxic - there are no significant toxic effects reported for pets.
Active Compounds
None known.