Q. Cocaine, an alkaloid is obtained from the leaves of
A) Erythroxylon coca
B) Ephedra sp.
C) Digitalis purpurea
D) Papaver somniferum
Explanation
Cocaine is an alkaloid obtained from the leaves of Erythroxylon coca of family- Erthroxylaceae. It is used as local anaesthetic as well as stimulant for the digestive and nervous system.
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