6 Edible Plants That Contain Poison

Rhubarb The leaves contain oxalic acid, which can cause kidney failure.

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Tomato Leaves and stems contain solanine, leading to gastrointestinal distress.

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Potato Green skin and sprouts contain solanine and chaconine, causing nausea and neurological symptoms.

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Elderberry Seeds, leaves, and bark contain cyanogenic glycosides, potentially causing cyanide poisoning.

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Apple Seeds contain amygdalin, which can convert to cyanide and cause poisoning.

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Cherry Seeds and leaves contain amygdalin, leading to symptoms similar to cyanide poisoning.

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Castor Bean Seeds contain ricin, a potent toxin that can cause severe abdominal pain and death.

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Bitter Almond Raw nuts contain cyanogenic glycosides, leading to cyanide poisoning.

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