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Beware the Beautiful: Identifying a Common Yet Poisonous Garden Plant

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(Not applicable as this is an identification and safety article rather than a recipe.)

How to Identify the Plant:

Look for glossy, dark green leaves arranged in pairs or whorls along woody stems.

Notice the clusters of flowers—often trumpet-shaped, available in shades of pink, white, red, or yellow.

The plant grows as a shrub or small tree, reaching up to several feet tall.

Seeds and sap are highly toxic if ingested or if they come into contact with skin or eyes.

Safety Tips:

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