Manchineal Tree: One of the most toxic trees in the world, secreting a milky white sap that can cause severe skin burns and blindness upon contact.
Strychnine Tree (Strychnos nux-vomica) contains a potent poison in its seeds, leading to severe muscle convulsions and potentially fatal outcomes if ingested.
Bunya Pine Trees in Australia can drop heavy pine cones weighing up to 40 pounds, posing a significant risk of injury or death to those underneath.
The Poisonous Persimmon Tree releases sticky seeds that can incapacitate birds, leading to starvation or predation, with no apparent benefit to the tree itself.
Brugmansia, or Angel’s Trumpet, is highly toxic, causing paralysis and hallucinations upon contact, with severe cases leading to hospitalization.
Hidden Honey Locust Trees feature long, sharp thorns that can puncture skin and tires, with historical adaptations believed to protect against large herbivores.
Sandbox Tree possesses sharp spikes on its trunk and explosive seed capsules that can launch seeds at speeds of up to 150 miles per hour, making it extremely hazardous.