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Cuckoo pint

Cuckoo pint, Arum maculatum.

A common woodland plant species of the Araceae family. Also known as lords and ladies, it has other less attractive names such as snakeshead and devils and angels that hint that it may be something to avoid. It is one of the most common causes of accidental plant poisoning, based on attendance at hospital A & E departments. Eyecatching, but best left alone. WT