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World’s Most Dangerous Plants
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Subscribe to Epic Wildlife http://goo.gl/6rzs5u • • Let's Connect • -- http://www.epicadamwildlife.com/ • -- / epicadamwildlife • -- / epicwildlife • -- http://gplus.to/epicwildlife • World’s Most Dangerous Plants • From wolfsbane, hemlock and strychnine (strik-nine) … to stinging trees and nightshade … Here are 17 of the world’s most dangerous plants • • #17 Angel’s Trumpets • Named for their distinctive, trumpet-like shape, these pendulous flowers grow in a variety of colors, including white, pink, orange and yellow, measuring over 19 inches long (49 cm). But all parts of this plant contain high levels of scopolamine (skuh-pahl-ah-meen) and atropine (at-truh-peen), which can cause paralysis of the heart. Interesting to note that Angel’s Trumpets have been turned into tea and used as a recreational hallucinogen. However, toxicity levels can vary from plant to plant, and even from part to part. That makes it difficult to know the exact levels of toxins ingested. Users have been known to overdose and die from this practice. • • • #16 Jimsonweed • This one is a member of the nightshade family, and botanists think it probably originated in Central America. It is now found in many areas around the world. All parts of this plant contain high levels of toxins, although the amount can vary depending on the climate and location. It has long been favored by recreational users for its hallucinogenic effects. Unfortunately, many hospitalizations result from overdoses. Ongoing carelessness can damage the nervous system, and fatalities are not unheard of. We noticed that this plant is known by nicknames. Devil’s Weed and Hell’s Bells are among the most memorable. The name Jimsonweed is a reference to Jamestown in Virginia. In the 17th century British soldiers stationed there favored the weed for its mind-altering effects. • • • • #15 Rhododendron (roe-doe-den-druhn) • There are more than 1,000 species of these pretty plants that originate in Asia, but are also found in North America. Their bright beauty has won over fans on both continents. The Rhododendron is not only the national flower of Nepal. It’s also the state flower of both West Virginia and Washington in the US. But behind the attractive facade is a plant that is packed with poison. All parts of certain species, including the leaves, can be toxic. Because of that, they pose the greatest risk to farm animals that may eat them in the field. Symptoms can include exhaustion or a slow heart rate. In some cases, horses have died within hours of ingesting the flower. Humans can be affected as well. • Accidental consumption can result in respiratory problems and loss of balance. • • • #14 White Snakeroot • This is a herb native to North America with clusters of small flowers that contain a toxin called Tremetol (treh-MEE-tahl). The plant appears innocent enough. But you could be poisoned by White Snakeroot by consuming meat or milk from livestock that have grazed on the plant. The animals pass the poison on to human consumers. In the 19th century thousands of people died from ingesting Tremetol in such a manner, including Abraham Lincoln’s mother. Nausea, reddened tongue, high blood acidity and death are effects of ‘milk sickness’. Farmers now make efforts to ensure the plant is removed from animal pastures. • • • #13 Wolfsbane • This purple plant has long been known for its toxic qualities. Among its more popular uses has been to poison the tips of arrowheads for hunting and warfare. Wolfsbane carries Aconitum (ah-koh-nie-tum) which contains neurotoxins and cardiotoxins. Accidental ingestion can produce symptoms including motor weakness and heart and lung paralysis. In folklore, Wolfsbane was used to repel werewolves. But in certain parts of Europe it was also used to ward off vampires. • • • #12 Lily of the Valley • “Breaking Bad” fans may have already recognized this plant. Walter White once used it as a naturally-occurring poison, and for good reason. Also known as Mayflowers, the flowers of these plants are completely toxic. Even the water they’re set in would be dangerous for consumption. Effects include pain in the mouth, and abdominal discomfort. Additional effects can include a slow or irregular heartbeat. In that event, you’d need a doctor to pump your stomach and administer drugs to normalize your heart rate.
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