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Lithraea caustica

Plants

Family: Anacardiaceae · Genus: Lithraea

Lithraea caustica

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Lithraea caustica is a species of flowering plants in the soapberry family Anacardiaceae. This plant is endemic to central Chile; an example occurrence is in the area of La Campana National Park and Cerro La Campana. The tree is a well known human allergen and can cause a rash of the skin, the effects of and susceptibility to which can vary greatly among individuals.

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Growing details and traits for Lithraea caustica in the Library.

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