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toxic yellow

Poison from the roots of Thapsia villosa is traditionally used by fishermen in Catalonia as an ichthyotoxin for stunning fish, making them easier to catch. Extracts from the root bark of Thapsia villosa have been used since ancient times as a yellow dye. In the 18th century, yellow dye from the flowers were used to color wool. Thapsia villosa are also grown as ornamentals for their bright yellow flowers.

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Uploaded on September 12, 2022
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