Plants are considered very important for human life. They give us many precious things like oxygen, fruits and environmental balance. But there is such a tree in the world, even going close to which is considered dangerous.
The name of this tree is Manchineel Tree, which is said to be the most poisonous tree in the world.
Every part of the tree is full of poison:
The fruit of the Manshinil tree looks like a small green apple, but its real identity is very dangerous. Toxic elements are found in almost every part of this tree including stem, leaves, bark and fruits. Its fruit is so poisonous that just eating or tasting it can kill a person. For this reason it is also called “Little Apple of Death”.
Danger can arise even in rain:
The danger of this tree is not limited to its fruit only. If a person stands beneath it during rain, the poisonous sap dripping from the leaves may come in contact with the skin. This can cause severe irritation, blisters and painful sores on the skin.
Very dangerous for eyes also:
According to experts, if the juice of this tree accidentally reaches the eyes, a person can lose his eyesight. This is why in the areas where this tree is found, warning boards are installed to alert people.
Despite being poisonous, wood is useful:
The surprising thing is that despite being such a dangerous tree, its wood is used in making furniture. However, special care is taken while cutting and processing it. Wood is dried in the sun for a long time so that the poisonous elements present in it become inactive, only after that furniture is prepared from it.