Anagallis arvensis
Scarlet pimpernel
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The Anagallis arvensis plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Primulaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Scarlet pimpernel.

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Latin Name:  Anagallis arvensis
Common Name:  Scarlet pimpernel
Family:  Primulaceae
Author:  L.
 
Known Hazards:  The seeds are slightly poisonous to some mammals, but no cases involving people are known[13, 76]. Skin contact with the plant can cause dermatitis in some people[76].
 
Mature Height:  0.1   Mature Width:  0.4
 
Habitat:  Roadsides and cultivated land[9], preferring rather sandy soils[7].

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