68. ClEGA-VlSTA. 



Croton ciliato-glandulosus 

 POISON 



The entire plant of the ciega-vista of Guatemala is covered 

 with many sticky hairs that cling to the hand if the plant is 

 handled. If this sticky substance comes in contact with the 

 eyes, it may cause serious inflammation. Common in many 

 parts of Mexico and Central America, it is usually found among 

 the underbush of dry localities. The bush is about three feet 

 high and has small light green flowers, and leaves and stems 

 covered with almost white hairs. Cattle are said to have been 

 blinded as a result of grazing among these bushes. 



