(Baonghean.vn) - For the people of Western Nghe An, poison ivy, poppy flowers or coi leaves... have long been familiar. They are known as plants that cause death because of their toxicity.
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| Opium poppies, also known as poppies, were previously grown in highland areas, especially in the Mong villages of Nghe An. In reality, poppies and marijuana are processed into special medicines, and can only be used under the special supervision of doctors and medical staff. However, due to the toxic, addictive, and "death-causing" nature of this plant, it has been eliminated for many years and the State has also strictly prohibited the cultivation of this dangerous plant. However, according to some highland people, currently in areas across the border where there are Lao villages, many people still secretly grow poppies, and they even use this poisonous plant as a green vegetable in their meals. Photo: Xuan Hoa |
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| There have been cases of opium being transported from across the border into Vietnam through Ky Son and Que Phong districts and being caught by authorities. In the photo: Ky Son district police seized a batch of opium when it entered the area. Photo: Lu Phu |
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| Many people believe that the fruit of this plant soaked in wine has the effect of improving health and increasing male vitality, but according to researchers, wine soaked in opium can cause poisoning to users. Photo: Lu Phu |
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| In Western Nghe An, the poison ivy plant is considered the "king of poison". It is distributed everywhere in the mountainous districts. The characteristics of the "king of poison" are climbing stems, thin, soft leaves, and beautiful small yellow flowers. Photo: Dao Tho |
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| Close-up of a finger tree. Photo: Dao Tho |
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| According to locals, accidentally eating a few leaves of the plant can lead to death if not treated promptly. In fact, over the years, when sad about love affairs, many men and women in the highlands often turn to the plant to commit suicide. Photo: Dao Tho |
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| In addition, coi leaves are also a poisonous plant used by highland people for fishing in streams. Photo: Dao Tho |
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| The leaves are crushed and then dropped into streams to make the fish drunk and sting their eyes, making them easier to catch. Photo: Dao Tho |
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| Fish are drunk on coriander leaves and float on the surface of shallow water. Although these plants have been promoted and eradicated, many people still do not fully understand their harmful effects. Photo: Dao Tho |
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