Read this article on the search for useful plant compounds: Mother Natures Medicine Cabinet
Read this article on the less-than-beneficial uses of plant products: Addictive Drugs That Are Actually Pesticides

 We are going to use Cocaine

Answer these four questions:

Describe the compound and in what plant(s) it is found. 
Explain how this compound provides protection for the plant.
Does the compound provide any other benefits for the plant, such as enhanced pollination?
What effect does the compound have on humans?

Follow these guidelines for your paper: 

Utilize at least 1 credible source to support the arguments presented in the paper. Make sure you cite appropriately within your paper, and list the reference(s) in APA format on your Reference page.  
Your paper should be 12 pages in length, not counting the Title page and Reference page.