Manchineel Tree
Hippomane mancinella
No—rabbits should never eat manchineel tree (Hippomane mancinella). Sap, leaves, and apple-like fruit can blister skin and mouths and cause life-threatening injury. Keep pets and people far from this tropical tree, even under rain runoff.
Guideline: Poisonous
Type: Outdoor Plants
Other Names: Beach apple, manzanilla de la muerte (regional names—do not confuse with edible fruit)
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Is Manchineel Tree item toxic?
Yes. Hippomane mancinella is extremely toxic; sap and rain runoff from the tree can blister skin, and ingestion causes severe mouth and throat burns, vomiting, and life-threatening internal injury for mammals including rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas.
Should I feed my pet Manchineel Tree?
No. Do not feed any part of the manchineel tree or let pets shelter under it where sap or wet leaves could contact skin or fur.
How much can I feed them?
Do not offer as food. Any suspected contact or ingestion is an emergency—seek human medical care for skin or eye exposure and veterinary care for pets.
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