Aconite, or aconitum napellus, is a perennial herb that is native to western and central Europe. (Photo via Getty Images) A Toronto doctor says the substance behind a mass poisoning in Ontario is ...

Monkshood or aconite photographed at Ecrins National Park in France. Diners who fell ill after eating at a restaurant outside Toronto probably ate food contaminated with toxic aconite, Canada health ...

Aconite, also called wolf’s bane, has historically been associated with magical healing powers. While some proponents say it has medicinal value, it also contains highly toxic compounds. Aconite is a ...

At least a dozen people are in hospital after they may have ingested aconite at a restaurant in Markham Several people got sick after eating at Delight Restaurant & BBQ over the weekend. York Region’s ...

New details emerge following mass poisoning A Markham restaurant remains closed after a number of patrons became seriously ill Sunday night. As many as 12 people were forced to seek medical attention ...