Spider-like venom found in Australian stinging trees -- and the pain can last for weeks

 Australia is synonymous with venomous spiders and snakes -- but scientists have discovered new toxins in what they label a "truly venomous" plant.

A team of researchers from the University of Queensland have discovered a previously unidentified neurotoxin that is similar to the venom found in spiders and cone snails.

Unlike its American and European counterparts, being stung by a dendrocnide tree -- which means "stinging tree" -- can cause pain that lasts for days -- or even weeks.

Read more: https://edition.cnn.com/2020/09/17/asia/australia-venomous-stinging-trees-scn-scli-intl/index.html

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