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Deadly! The sap/latex of the Ipoh tree contains a powerful toxin called antiarin, which stops the heart. Indigenous people of Malaysia collected this toxic sap/latex to prepare arrows/ blowpipe darts that are used in hunting or defending themselves. Antiaris,Antiaris toxicaria,Ipoh,Malaysia,Penang,Plant,Tree,Upas Click/tap to enlarge Country intro

Deadly!

The sap/latex of the Ipoh tree contains a powerful toxin called antiarin, which stops the heart. Indigenous people of Malaysia collected this toxic sap/latex to prepare arrows/ blowpipe darts that are used in hunting or defending themselves.

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The Antiaris

''Antiaris toxicaria'' is a tree in the mulberry and fig family, Moraceae. It is the only species currently recognized in the genus ''Antiaris''. It has a remarkably wide distribution in tropical regions, occurring in Australia, tropical Asia, tropical Africa, Indonesia, Philippines, Tonga, and various other tropical islands.

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Similar species: Rosales
Species identified by Albert Kang
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Uploaded Jan 9, 2022. Captured Dec 14, 2021 14:58.
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  • Canon PowerShot SX60 HS
  • f/8.0
  • 1/251s
  • ISO800
  • 3.8mm