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Australia's most poisonous plants

They may seem innocuous, but some plants can be deadly. Here are some of the most poisonous in Australia.
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Milky mangrove (Excoecaria agallocha)


The threat of a milky mangrove is displayed in its common name, 'blind-your-eye-mangrove'. The milky sap of this plant is highly poisonous and can cause temporary blindness if it comes into contact with a person's eyes. Other side effects can include skin irritation and blistering.

Found in Western Australia, Queensland and New South Wales as well as Asia and some Pacific Islands, the milky mangrove grows in areas close to sea level and can survive dry open space and exposure to sea salt.

Photo Credit: JMGarg/Wikimedia
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