A genus of species of showy perennial herbs of the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae). They occur in the north temperate zone, usually in partial shade and in rich soil. Some species are cultivated as ornamental plants, and several are used in traditional medicine, although all species are considered extremely poisonous.

Britannica Editors. "monkshood". Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Aug. 2026, https://www.britannica.com/plant/monkshood. Accessed 2 September 2026.

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