7 Deadly Plants You Must Never Touch

Zee Media Bureau
Mar 21, 2024

Manchineel

Resembles an apple in appearance, known as "beach apple."

Poison Ivy

Contact with any part can cause severe skin inflammation.

Stinging Nettle

Leaves and stems have stinging hairs containing irritants.

Hogweed

Leaves and sap contain chemicals called furocoumarins, which should be avoided.

Tread Softly

Covered in stinging hairs releasing irritants upon skin contact.

Gympie Gympie

Stinging leaves induce intense allergic reactions, sometimes leading to anaphylactic shock.

Pain Bush

Shrub or small tree with sap containing heptadecyl catechols, causing skin irritation.

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