Question
Read the given statements about belladonna and choose true statements :
A. Belladonna is tropical plant
B. Belladonna is propagated through seeds
C. It is known as Devil's Cherry
D. Indian belladonna is Atropa belladonna
E. Its leaves, flowers and roots have medicinal value.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :
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CUET PG 2026 Agri-Business Management Question Paper (25-Mar-2026) (Shift 2)
The correct answer is
B, C, D only
Belladonna: Identifying True Statements
Analysis of the provided statements regarding Belladonna (Atropa belladonna).
Statement Evaluation:
- A. Belladonna is a tropical plant: False. Belladonna is native to temperate regions of Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia, not tropical climates.
- B. Belladonna is propagated through seeds: True. Propagation via seeds is a common and effective method for Belladonna.
- C. It is known as Devil's Cherry: True. 'Devil's Cherry' is one of the common names for Belladonna, alongside 'Deadly Nightshade'.
- D. Indian belladonna is Atropa belladonna: True. While Atropa accuminata is specifically called Indian Belladonna, Atropa belladonna is also cultivated and used in India, hence its association in certain contexts.
- E. Its leaves, flowers and roots have medicinal value: False. Belladonna's primary medicinal value comes from its leaves and roots. While flowers might contain some alkaloids, they are not considered a major source compared to leaves and roots, making the blanket statement inaccurate in this context.
Conclusion
Based on the evaluation, statements B, C, and D are true.
Therefore, the correct option identifying these true statements is 3.
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