Peyote Cactus~ Lophophora williamsii ~ used for centuries for religious & medicinal purposes by indigenous peoples of N Mexico. It contains mescaline a powerful hallucinogen that can have disastrous effects if misused. ☠️🌵#bloomtober21#toxicplants#Watercolor
Peacock Flower~Caesalpinia pulcherrima~a brilliantly colored ornamental tropical shrub and the national flower of Barbados. It’s leaves,seeds,& pods contain toxic hydrogen cyanide. Not good if you have curious pets who like to nibble. ☠️🌿#bloomtober21#watercolor#watercolour