Toxic or poisonous plants can cause a variety of problems. Poison ivy, poison oak or poison sumac can cause an itchy rash that persists for several days. Other plants have toxic parts that can cause more serious reactions like intestinal, cardiovascular, or muscular problems, and even death. Find out what poisonous plants to stay away from.

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