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Black Bryony
Tamus communis L.
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A climbing vine with a highly irritant root. Used topically in the past as a rubefacient for bruises and chilblains, but it is toxic and not used internally.
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TOXIC (X). Oxalate needles in the plant are highly irritating. Internal use can irritate the mouth, throat, and intestines. Overdose is described as causing 'death in most painful form'.
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