. Edible and poisonous plants of the Caribbean region. Plants, Edible; Poisonous plants; Botany. 71. Cow-Itch Mucuna pruriens The hard pods of this low bush are covered with stiff hairs or bristles that separate easily and often are carried with the wind. They penetrate the skin and cause intense itching and irritation that may last for some time. CAUTION: If the hairs lodge in the eyes, they may cause serious trouble. Thickets where cow- itch is plentiful should be avoided if possible. This plant is common in the lowlands of the Caribbean area. Other names for it are cowhage, velvet bean and
. Edible and poisonous plants of the Caribbean region. Plants, Edible; Poisonous plants; Botany. 71. Cow-Itch Mucuna pruriens The hard pods of this low bush are covered with stiff hairs or bristles that separate easily and often are carried with the wind. They penetrate the skin and cause intense itching and irritation that may last for some time. CAUTION: If the hairs lodge in the eyes, they may cause serious trouble. Thickets where cow- itch is plentiful should be avoided if possible. This plant is common in the lowlands of the Caribbean area. Other names for it are cowhage, velvet bean and Please note that these images are extracted from scanned page images that may have been digitally enhanced for readability - coloration and appearance of these illustrations may not perfectly resemble the original Dahlgren, Bror Eric, 1877-; Standley, Paul Carpenter, 1884-1963; United States. Navy Dept. Bureau of Medicine and Surgery. Washington, U. S. Govt. print. off.
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