Poison Facts

There is a poisonous plant that leaves the victim with a smile on their face at the time of death.

Tomatoes were originally thought to be poisonous.

The venom of a small scorpion is much more toxic than the venom of a large scorpion.

Rats can't vomit due to a powerful barrier between their stomach and esophagus, which is one reason why rat poison is so effective against them.

The male platypus has poisonous spurs on its legs.

Nutmeg is extremely poisonous if injected intravenously.

Lima beans contain cyanide!

Avocados are poisonous to birds.

Apple seeds contain amygdalin, a compound that releases cyanide when digested, but you'd need to chew and consume hundreds of seeds to reach a toxic dose.

The most toxic substance known is botulinum toxin, otherwise known as Botox. One hundred nanograms is enough to kill a fully grown man; 1 kilogram would be enough to wipe out the entire human race.

The Manchineel Tree is so poisonous, rainwater dripping off it’s leaves will burn your skin.