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Poinsettia

Definition:

Poisoning from contact with the sap of the plant or the eating of it.

Alternative Names:
Christmas flower; Lobster plant; Painted leaf

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Poisonous Ingredient:

Often thought to be toxic, but toxicity rarely occurs.

Where Found:

• leaves, stem, sap of the poinsettia plant

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