Rosary pea or crab's eyes
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Rosary pea or crab's eyes
Abrus precatorius
Leguminosae (Fabaceae) Family |

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Description: This plant is a vine with alternate compound leaves, light purple flowers, and beautiful seeds that are red and black.
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CAUTION
This plant is one of the most dangerous plants. One seed may contain enough poison to kill an adult. |
Habitat and Distribution: This is a common weed in parts of Africa, southern Florida, Hawaii, Guam, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.
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