Mezereon Collection (page 2)

Mezereon, Daphne mezereum.. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837

Daphne mezereum, commonly known as February daphne, mezereon, mezereum, spurge laurel or spurge olive

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February Daphne, Mezereon flowering. Date:

Daphne Mezereum; Mezereon

Daphne Mezereum; Mezereon

Flowering Mezereon -Daphne mezereum-

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Mezereon in flower in early spring

Mezereon (Daphne mezereum) close-up of flowers, Vercors, French Alps, France, May

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Mezereon - in flower - early spring (Daphne mezereum) Date:

Daphne Mezereum, Mezereon

Mezereon (Daphne mezereum) close-up of flowers, Bulgaria, may

Mezereon (Daphne mezereum) close-up of leaves and flowers, Italy, may

Mezereon berries (Daphne mezereum). These berries are poisonous. Photographed in Scotland, UK, in July

Mezereon (Daphne mezereum)
Foliage and flowers of Mezereon (Daphne mezereum) in the spring. Photographed in the Julian Alps in Slovenia

Mezereon (Daphne mezereum), in fruit
ROG-12682 Mezereon in fruit Daphne mezereum poisonous Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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"Discover the Enigmatic Beauty of Mezereon: A Bewitching Poisonous Plant" Mezereon, scientifically known as Daphne mezereum, is a captivating yet treacherous member of the plant kingdom. With its alluring pink flowers and delicate branches, it entices both humans and wildlife alike. However, beneath its enchanting facade lies a dark secret - this seemingly innocent plant possesses toxic properties. Also referred to as spurge laurel or bois-gentil, it has long been associated with danger due to its poisonous nature. Its vibrant blossoms may catch your eye, but beware. The consumption of any part of this plant can lead to severe health complications. Intriguingly enough, even the red squirrel seems drawn to the allure of Mezereon. Captured in breathtaking moments amidst its branches, these agile creatures navigate through the maze-like network with grace and curiosity. Whether they are reaching up between flower-laden branches or standing tall on their fragile support system, their presence adds an element of wonder to this already mysterious plant. The juxtaposition between beauty and toxicity is evident when witnessing a red squirrel delicately balancing on Mezereon's slender stems. As they explore their surroundings with keen eyes and nimble paws, one can't help but marvel at Mother Nature's intricate design. However tempting it may be to admire from afar or capture photographs like that of a red squirrel perched amongst these blooms; caution must always prevail when dealing with poisonous plants such as Mezereon. It serves as a reminder that not everything beautiful is harmless – sometimes nature conceals dangers within her most exquisite creations. So next time you stumble upon Pink-flowered mezereon or witness a Red Squirrel exploring Daphne mezereum flower branches in awe-inspiring fashion remember: beauty often hides perilous secrets beneath its surface.