![]() ![]() When in doubt, always err on the side of caution and avoid eating any berries you cannot positively identify as safe. ![]() Relying on such rules of thumb, erroneous as they are, could be the last mistake you ever make. Though some misguided or ill-informed individuals may tell you that there are “universal” or “foolproof” ways to distinguish between safe and poisonous berries- color, shape, etc. Isn’t There a Surefire Way to Reliably Tell Toxic Berries from Safe Ones? That being said, many children have been severely poisoned and died because they could not resist trying those tempting, red berries. However, the berries must be eaten in large quantities to put someone at the risk of death. Holly berries contain multiple compounds that can cause severe vomiting and diarrhea if ingested. However, because it is on this list and in this section you know it has a dark side. The holly plant is most commonly associated with the Christmas holiday, as it is often used as a decoration. Holly plants prefer soils that are high in organic matter and they often grow in forested areas. Holly plants have glossy green, spiny leaves and red berries that grow in clusters. Holly is a shrub or tree that is native to Europe, Asia and North America. ![]()
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