Devil's Backbone

Food and health uses

• • The latex sap has been used topically to treat calluses, ear ache, insect stings, ringworm, skin cancer, toothache, umbilical hernias, and warts

  • The root is known to be a powerful emetic (induces vomiting)

  • PSA: The roots, stems, and leaves of the plant are known to be toxic  and the sap extremely irritating to the skin. wash upon contact

More information

• Wikipedia

• The National Gardening Assoc.

• Dave's Garden