Aethusa

/ɪˈθjuːzə/ noun

A genus of poisonous plants in the carrot family, particularly fool's parsley, which is dangerous if accidentally eaten.

From Greek aithusa, possibly derived from aithein (to burn), because the plant causes a burning sensation in the mouth. The plant was named for its dangerous properties.

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