Crucifixion thorn (Canotia holacantha)

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Canotia holacantha, also known as crucifixion thorn or simply canotia, is a flowering shrub / small tree in the family Celastraceae.

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Is it poisonous?

We have no record of Crucifixion thorn being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Easily confused with

Castela emoryi
Bulnesia retama
Parkinsonia florida
Apophyllum anomalum

Classification

Kingdom: Plantae
Phylum: Tracheophyta
Class: Magnoliopsida
Order: Celastrales
Family: Celastraceae
Genus: Canotia
Species: Canotia holacantha

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