Researchers studying a stinging tree from Australia discovered that it uses a neurotoxin similar to that of spiders. The tree produces a painful sting that can last for days or even weeks. Further ...

The painful toxins wielded by a giant Australian stinging tree are surprisingly similar to the venom found in spiders and cone snails, University of Queensland researchers have found. The ...

Australia is notorious for hosting some of the most frightening creatures on Earth; including gargantuan arachnids and hawks that spread fire. Even some of Australia’s trees are vicious, like the ...

Australia is notorious for its venomous spiders, snakes and sea creatures, but researchers have now identified "scorpion-like" toxins secreted by a tree that can cause excruciating pain for weeks.

The eight metre tree will be planted by council's parks and gardens team, with some work required to ensure the new tree is healthy in the new location and ready to sparkle for Christmas. Decorations ...

Australia is synonymous with venomous spiders and snakes — but scientists have discovered new toxins in what they label a “truly venomous” plant. A team of researchers from the University of ...

It's hard to say definitively which is the most dangerous plant in Alnwick Poison Garden. The Guinness Book of Records says Ricin Communis, with one of its beans able to kill several adults. Yew tree ...

Dendrocnide moroides, the stinging tree. (CC BY 3.0 via Courthouse News) Dendrocnide moroides, the stinging tree. (CC BY 3.0 via Courthouse News) BRISBANE, Australia (AFP) — Australia is notorious for ...

Australia is synonymous with venomous spiders and snakes – but scientists have discovered new toxins in what they label a “truly venomous” plant. A team of researchers from the University of ...

Australia is notorious for its venomous spiders, snakes and sea creatures, but researchers have now identified "scorpion-like" toxins secreted by a tree that can cause excruciating pain for weeks.