Oplopanax japonicus
Deciduous shrub
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The Oplopanax japonicus plant species is found in E. Asia - Japan. It is a member of the Araceae family.

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Latin Name:  Oplopanax japonicus
Family:  Araceae
Author:  (Nak.)Nak.
 
Known Hazards:  The plant is densly armed with spikes and these spikes are irritant[200]. Although no specific mention has been seen for this plant, it belongs to a genus where the species are usuallys rich in calcium oxylate, this is toxic and if consumed makes the mouth and digestive tract feel as though hundreds of needles are being stuck into it. However, calcium oxylate is easily destroyed by thoroughly cooking or drying the plant.
 
Mature Height:  3   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Moist woods, especially by streams[11] and usually in rich soils[99].

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