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Phytolacca americana
these beautiful berries are toxic
University research forest
The plant contains toxins. Berries and young shoots are eaten in the southeastern US. Cooking is believed to inactivate the toxins. In the 19th century tinctures were used to treat rheumatism. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phytolacca_...
Spotted on Aug 21, 2011
Submitted on Aug 22, 2011
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I see that you have added this spotting to the Herbs & Spices - Source Plants Mission. Please add information on its use as an herb or spice. Thanks!
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