Atropine usually comes from the deadly nightshade (Atropa belladonna) from the Solanaceae or nightshade family. Several Solanaceae members produce powerful alkaloids, some potentially toxic. Others also produce food, like tomatoes, bell peppers, and chili. Interestingly, the name 'atropa' came from Atropos, one of the three Fates in Greek mythology. Atropos could choose how a person would die.