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Convallaria majalis
Herbaceous perennial forming large colonies by spreading by rhizomes. The plant produces one or two large, dark-green leaves and an upright stem of some 20 to 25 cm in height; stem bearing an inflorescence of 10 to 15 small, bell-shaped, white flowers.
Found in an urban garden, growing spontaneously.
All parts of the plant are highly poisonous, containing a high number of toxic substances, and if ingested provokes number of symptoms (vomiting, pain, rashes, reduced heart rate etc...) .
Spotted on Apr 20, 2018
Submitted on May 1, 2018
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Perfect for first of May!