Season 2: Dangerous Plants- The Manchineel Tree: The Killer of Conquistadors

What does the most dangerous tree in the world look like?  Pretty attractive actually.  But that's probably why it's so dangerous.  Join us this week as we talk about the Manchineel Tree, one of the most dangerous trees in the world.

You're sitting in a tropical paradise, and you look over and see a cute little apple on the ground.  Intrigued and curious about the fruit, you pick it up and take a bite.  Little did you know as you bit into the sweet delicious fruit, that you're about to experience a world of pain.  The Manchineel tree is dangerous from root to tip, fruit included.  Join us as we talk about where this tree grows, how its been used, who it's helped, and who it's hurt.

Thanks again Krista for all you editing skills!  (I still had a little bit of issue hearing the last time, but we're doing our best!  Soon we'll be able to record in the same room again I hope!)

Music Clips by Kevin Macleod at Incompetech https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/