mezereon
plant
Also known as: Daphne mezereum
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The mezereon is a small Eurasian shrub, scientifically known as Daphne mezereum. It belongs to the mezereon family, Thymelaeaceae. This plant is characterized by its purple flowers and is notable for having poisonous leaves, fruit, and bark. The entire plant, including its bright-orange berries, is toxic. The mezereon can grow up to 1.5 meters (5 feet) tall and has deciduous leaves. It is also sometimes referred to as a "mysterious plant".123
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