Nuxia congesta aka Wild Elder

Taxonomy ID: 7771

Genus Nuxia Family Stilbaceae Order Lamiales Class Magnoliopsida Phylum Tracheophyta

Common names

Wild Elder, Common Wild Elder, Lachnopylis Angolensis, Lachnopylis Annobonensis, Lachnopylis Breviflora, Lachnopylis Compacta, Lachnopylis Emarginata, Lachnopylis Emarginata Brevifolia, Lachnopylis Flocculosa, Lachnopylis Goetzeana

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Is Wild Elder toxic to humans/pets?

The toxicity level of this plant has not been officially confirmed by Ploi. If there is a possibility of ingestion of plant material with an uncertain toxicity by you, a family member, or a pet, it is advisable to seek the assistance of a medical professional.

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