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Mancenillier
 (Hyppomane Mancinella)

Native to the West Indies, this tree grows to be from 2 to 5 meters tall. It is most often found in dry, sandy soil. Its dense leaves make the mancenillier a nice shade tree, but watch out, its toxicity has made it the object of a campaign to cut these trees down. Contact with any part of this lovely and inviting tree can cause superficial burns. Don't take cover under this tree when it rains. Its sap and fruit, ressembling a crap apple, are extremely poisonous. |
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