Contact-Poisonous Plants of the World. Introduction Touching certain plants can be dangerous.
Many plants are highly poisonous when ingested, this is common knowledge. It is remarkable, however, that simply touching certain plant species can also be a serious health hazard. The infamous Stinging Nettles are rather harmless in this respect, but there are much more dangerous contact-poisonous plants in many parts of the world, especially in the tropics. They can cause severe pain, rashes, blisters and leave scars. Download Free Ebooks. A place to learn about computer software, security and games. EyeWitness to History - history through the eyes of those who lived it.