10 Most Poisonous Plants Found In India

Zee Media Bureau
Nov 21, 2023

Cascabela Thevetia

Also known as Yellow Oleander, this plant contains toxic cardiac glycosides and can be lethal if ingested.

Cassava

While a staple food, improperly processed cassava contains cyanogenic glycosides, releasing toxic cyanide when consumed.

Calotropis

The latex of Calotropis plants contains toxic compounds, and ingestion can lead to severe poisoning.

Alstonia Scholaris

Known as Saptaparni, its milky latex can cause irritation, and certain parts of the plant contain toxic alkaloids.

Castor Bean Plant

The seeds of the castor bean plant contain ricin, a highly toxic protein.

Datura

Also known as Jimsonweed or Thorn Apple, Datura contains tropane alkaloids that can be extremely toxic when ingested.

Dieffenbachia

Commonly known as Dumb Cane, this houseplant contains oxalate crystals that can cause irritation and swelling if chewed or ingested.

Plumeria

Various parts of the Plumeria plant, including the sap, can be toxic if ingested.

Cerbera Odollam

Also known as Pong-Pong or Suicide Tree, it contains toxic cardiac glycosides and is notorious for its poisonous seeds.

Rosary Pea

The seeds of the Rosary Pea contain the toxin abrin, which is highly toxic and can be lethal if ingested.

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