The drug 'Digitalis', used to increase the contractility of the heart muscle, is obtained from the leaves of:
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Correct answer: Foxglove
Digitalis is derived from Digitalis purpurea (Common Foxglove). It contains cardiac glycosides like digitoxin and digoxin, which are used to treat congestive heart failure and atrial fibrillation.
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