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the poison is called rotenone and is contained in the root of the plant. it is commonly used for fishing. the poison causes the fish to die in a small pool and they float to the surface. though killed with the poison, the fish do not become poisonous.

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The poisonous component of the tuba plant is a type of alkaloid known as tetrahydropalmatine. This compound can cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and convulsions if ingested in large amounts.

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The seeds oil contain curcin.

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