ANACARDIACEAE
MAIDEN PLUM
Very Poisonous
Hippomane mancinella has a simple leaf with water soluble latex sap,
Flowering time; Fall and spring
Distribution; GC, CB
Habitat; Dry thicket and disturbed land
Status; POISONOUS
Notes; The black sap of this plant will leave a serious burn on your skin, "Vicks Vapor Rub" ointment dissipates the poisonous oil and it will also relieve the itch.
