When you think of fruits, it will not cross your mind that they are dangerous.Fruits contain vitamins, fruits,minerals and keep us healthy.But there are fruits that should not even be touched and if eaten will be extremely toxic to our body.
Death's apple
Manchineel, native the Caribbean where it grows among mangroves in shoreline habitats, along beaches and coastal swamps, from Florida, through Central America to the northern coastline of South America, on Caribbean islands and on the Galapagos Islands. There are reports of its introduction to the west coast of North Africa.This fruit stands out as one of the most toxic fruits in the world. Understanding its dangers is crucial for safe consumption.
It looks like a small, green apple with a pleasant smell and sweet taste.But why is this apple so dangerous?
I well,if this fruit is consumed you will experience severe burns in the throat and in the mouth.It is recommended to immediately go to the doctor.If not, then,after a few hours the pain will become unbearable and because of the toxin in this apple, the throat will swell extremely that it will be very difficult to swallow other foods.
And the tree itself is poisonous,if the leaves are touched or you get too close to the tree, you can suffer skin damage, and if the tree is burned, the smoke will be extremely toxic.
Do not sit under this tree during a rain, for example,because the toxins of the tree are water soluble and can injure your skin.
Symptoms that you have been poisoned with this fruit :
- burns / swelling of the mouth and throat
- slowing of the heartbeat / lowering blood pressure
- vomiting, abdominal bleeding and dehydration
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The tree entered the Guinness World Record as the most dangerous tree.
Unfortunately, many do not recognize this tree and will be tempted to bite from this apple without knowing the dangers.
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