Scientific Name: Abrus precatorius

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  • Pronunciation:
    AB-rus prec-ah-TORE-ee-us
  • Common Name:
    Rosary vine, Gidee-Gidee
  • Type:
    Vine
  • Flowers:
    Pink
  • Fruit:
    Black red
Cultural Notes

TAKE CARE! Some information about bush foods and medicines may be anecdotal. Correct identification and preparation is essential:

POISONOUS

Red berries used to decorate firestick covers. Necklaces and ornaments made from them. including rosaries.

Used as weights.

Successfully used for population contol