Nature has always taught us that beauty can sometimes be dangerous, so to assume that everything that grows from the earth is harmless is simply unwise. Monkshood flowers (Aconitum napellus) are a ...

There are far more dangerous plants in the United States than most people realize. Some can blister your skin, others can poison you with only a small bite and a few are deadly even with brief contact ...

Some of the most beautiful plants can also be highly poisonous and dangerous to humans and pets. Learn how toxic plants ...

Only a small fraction of all plants are edible. Some of those that aren’t can do serious damage to a human’s health. Here are ten plants to stay away from, and never ingest. The American landscape may ...

Many homeowners love the idea of adding a variety of lovely flowers and plants in their backyard to beautify the space and create a peaceful place to relax. You may add the plants yourself, or they ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. Some poisons are known for creeping slowly through the ...