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13 plants that could kill you

13 plants that could kill you

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lady jane 02/13/2012 08:12 AM

and what about mistletoe and foxglove the most famous of English poisonous plants and more likely to run into that a stinging tree don't you think?

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Borg 05/25/2010 14:39 PM

I am a human visitor.. Well, I'm Borg. Does that count??
Nothing Wrong with this Post, Its Info I never Knew

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VW 05/18/2010 11:40 AM

This is a very poor posting regarding poisonous plants. Some plants have only certain parts that are poisonous (Rhubarb leaves should not be eaten – while the stalk is edible and nutritious), while some are poisonous only if improperly cooked (Pokeweed shoots can be very good when cooked properly). Also, there was no research on proper names. The use of scientific/Latin names as well as common names is always best. For instance, many people may think that the Hemlock you mention is the.... More

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Anonymous 05/08/2012 11:59 AM

i agree

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alissa 05/01/2010 21:24 PM

i never knew,... i might not drink milk ever again(or at least till next week) lolz

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Deadly plants

Over the millennia, people have learned through trial and error which plants are good to eat and which are best to avoid. In our modern, urban world, much of that cultural knowledge has been forgotten. Many gardeners may be surprised to discover that they are growing some of the world's deadliest plants in their own backyards. Here are 13 plants with lethal tendancies. (Text: Bryan Nelson)
 
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