What is another word for Acocanthera Venenata?
Pronunciation: [ˈakəkˌanθəɹə vˌɛnənˈɑːtə] (IPA) 
Acocanthera Venenata is also known as the poison arrow plant, suicide tree, and the ordeal tree. The scientific name of this plant originates from the Greek word "akon" meaning dart in reference to being used for creating poison arrows. Native to southern Africa, the plant contains high levels of cardiac glycosides which can prove to be lethal when consumed. Due to this property, the plant was historically used by African tribes to administer capital punishment or as a test of innocence in a trial by ordeal. Despite its toxicity, the plant is also used for medicinal purposes to cure certain ailments like heart diseases, snake bites, and skin rashes.
