What drug is in the red spider lily?: A Deep Dive into its Toxicology and Pharmacology
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The bulbs of the red spider lily, *Lycoris radiata*, are highly poisonous due to the presence of toxic alkaloids. While notorious for its toxicity, the plant also contains compounds of significant pharmacological interest, including alkaloids like lycorine and the Alzheimer's medication galanthamine. So, what drug is in the red spider lily? The answer involves both a potent toxin and a valuable medicine.
