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The Pisonia brunoniana, or bird catcher tree, is renowned not for toxins but for its deceptive seeds that ensnare birds. Birds become trapped by the sticky seeds, leading to starvation and death. Surprisingly, this tree’s evolution has favored such a mechanism, allowing it to transport its seeds across vast distances without any evident nutritional gain from the demise of its winged victims.

Angel’s Trumpet: Allure and Danger

Brugmansia, known as angel's trumpet, is another beautiful yet lethal ornamental plant. Its flowers contain tropane alkaloids that can induce hallucinations or poison those who ingest them. While the plant has a storied history in traditional medicine and rituals in South America, the dangers it presents—especially to children and pets—cannot be overlooked.