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Abrus

A modest growing forest vine native to tropical and sub-tropical Australia.

Seeds resemble crabs’ eyes and are poisonous.

In India the roots are used to produce a licorice-like compound that is edible.

Flowers grow in racemes and are white to deep pink in color.


Germination tips:

Propagate from seeds.

Soak the seeds before sowing.

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