Tobacco

Name: Nicotiana sp.

Distribution: Tropical Americas

Medicinal role: Spice and may have antibacterial Activity: The active ingredient is an alkaloid called nicotine. Nicotine is a nervous system stimulant and is addictive. It acts on nicotinic acetylcholine receptors in the brain and central nervous system.Read more about Tobacco

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